Maintenance Tech I

Company: Smart Sand Inc
Location: Taylor
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Come join the Smart Sand team! We are a fully integrated sand supply and services company, offering complete sand, logistics, storage, and management solutions to our customers with our in-basin trans-loading terminals and our smartsystem storage capabilities. We own and operate premium frac sand mines and related processing facilities in Wisconsin and Illinois, which have access to three Class I rail lines, allowing us to deliver products substantially anywhere in the United States and Canada. We are currently looking for experienced Maintenance Technicians to join our Night Shift Maintenance team at our Blair facility. The pay rate for this role depends on experience, but usually anywhere from $26-$30/ hour, plus a $1 shift differential for working on night shift. Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing a variety of activities designed to install, troubleshoot, service, repair, and maintain stationary, plant, and mobile equipment. Essential Job Duties Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities using mechanical, electrical, welding, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills. Must be familiar with machinery/equipment such as bucket elevators, conveyors, compressors, and pumps. Perform all aspects of maintenance and repair activities on various pieces of heavy equipment including, but not limited to, excavators, skid steers, high-pressure air compressors, bulldozers, graders, cranes, man lifts, loaders, haul trucks, snowplows, trailers, and other equipment. Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and adjust production equipment or pieces of heavy equipment, such as mechanical and computer electronic controls, air brake systems, transmissions, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and troubleshoot malfunctions in the equipment and repair malfunctions. Repair or replace control devices such as switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, etc. Perform routine maintenance checks and adjustments of fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, and clutches; change filters and oil, and lubricate mobile and stationary equipment. Disassemble units, repair or replace parts and reassemble units as needed. Must have the ability to fabricate, modify, and install special equipment or replacement parts using welders, torch sets, etc. Thoroughly complete work orders documenting repair work on equipment. Able to use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties. Detect faulty operations and defective material and reports those and any unusual situations to proper supervision. Maintain updated maintenance logs for company-owned equipment. Thoroughly complete pre and post-inspections on equipment. Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas. Comply with facility-wide environmental and quality management systems. Perform any other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience preferred. Prior experience in electrical, welding, diesel, or heavy equipment repair, hydraulic service, or fabrication work, strongly desired. Knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of stationary and mobile equipment. Knowledge of safety issues in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in the repair of stationary and mobile equipment. Skill in the use of a variety of hand tools. Must be able to read, use simple math and use basic hand-held measuring tools. Must be a self-starter and able to work with some supervision. Good judgment is required. Must be adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must have high safety standards for self and others. Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate effectively with others. Must be willing to work any assigned shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays. MSHA training and experience are also preferred. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, you will be eligible for the following benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees, as well as coverage for eligible dependents (first day of the month following 30 days of employment). Health Savings Account and Health Reimbursement Arrangement with employer contributions. Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage. 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match. Paid Time Off. 9 annual paid Holidays. To learn more about our exciting organization go to smartsand.com. We are a smoke free campus. Only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted by the company directly. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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