Community Maintenance Technician - San Marcos, TX
You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
About the Role
As a Community Maintenance Technician at Z-Modular in San Marcos, TX, you will play a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery and mechanical equipment in an industrial environment.
This position requires strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, along with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues to ensure safe, efficient operations.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in hands-on environments, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in maintaining smooth production performance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and promote safe and healthy work practices in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
- Inspect and maintain engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
- Troubleshoot plant electrical systems, including PLCs, motors, drives, and relays
- Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges
- Fabricate and repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment
- Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by monitoring stock levels and anticipating needs
- Stay current on technical knowledge by participating in workshops, reviewing publications, and building professional networks
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to support operational efficiency
- Perform other duties as assigned, including regular, full-time, onsite attendance according to shift schedules
Who You Are
- High School Diploma or GED required; Technical or Trade School certification preferred
- Ability to obtain certification for in-house crane, fork truck, and other mobile equipment operation
- Welding experience and prior manufacturing experience preferred
- Strong understanding of equipment and machinery through diagrams, manuals, and engineering specifications
- Solid mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Proficient in following written and verbal instructions
- Familiar with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to stand for 10–12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
Physical Abilities
- Perform essential job functions including maintenance, inspections, and general upkeep
- Move throughout the facility regularly, including stairs, ladders, and confined spaces, in indoor and outdoor environments
- Engage in frequent physical activity such as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and repetitive tasks
- Operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
- Lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds
- Visually assess equipment and read manuals/work orders to identify maintenance or safety issues
- Hear and respond to equipment sounds and team communication
- Follow all established safety protocols
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
What You’ll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition assistance program
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Employee loyalty awards
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Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
