Industrial Utilities Operations & Maintenance Technician

Baytown, TX

What your day looks like

You arrive on shift focused on safe, reliable performance. You review logs, walk the plant, and bring systems online by reading gauges, meters, and instrumentation. At the HMI, you track key parameters and make precise adjustments. Mid‑shift, you run chemistry tests on steam, cooling, and condensate systems, document results, and correct imbalances. When equipment needs attention, you troubleshoot using test and calibration tools, perform preventive and corrective tasks, and, when needed, overhaul mechanical or electrical components. You’ll also operate forklifts and manlifts, handle bulk chemicals and other hazardous materials with care, uphold site access protocols, and contribute ideas to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.

What you will own

• Start, stop, and monitor plant equipment using gauges, meters, and instrumentation
• Log operating conditions, activities, and observations in both written and electronic records
• Use computer and monitoring systems to measure, record, and adjust operating parameters
• Diagnose, maintain, repair, and overhaul mechanical and electrical equipment safely
• Execute preventive, corrective, and improvement-focused maintenance
• Conduct chemical analysis and maintain proper control of steam, cooling, and condensate chemistry
• Maintain accurate chemistry logs and operational documentation
• Support system enhancements and plant betterment projects to elevate efficiency, reliability, and safety
• Help develop, revise, and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure compliance with plant procedures and all local, state, and federal regulations
• Maintain plant security and follow site access protocols
• Operate forklifts and manlifts safely
• Safely handle, transfer, and manage bulk chemicals and hazardous materials

What you bring

• High School Diploma plus trade school, military service, or equivalent
• At least 2 years of directly related experience
• Hands-on use of test equipment and calibration tools
• Developing technical skills with the ability to work under guidance
• Active progress toward required certifications/licensures
• Valid state driver’s license

Our safety promise

Your success matters—and so does your well-being. Safety is our guiding principle and the foundation of how we work, every shift, every task.

Why WECTEC Staffing Services

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

Pay & benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $30-40/hr.

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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities