Maintenance Technician

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a member of the Russell 2000. The company is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 123-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets. U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.To fabricate, install, maintain, and repair all equipment, machinery, and facilitiesESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Inspects work areas and equipment prior to beginning tasks.Troubleshoots and repairs mining and processing equipment as requiredPerforms preventive maintenance on all equipment, facilities, and machinery in accordance with established schedules and procedures.Installs new equipment, machinery, and facilities using blueprints, schematic diagrams, installation manuals, etc.Perform work in confined spaces.Clean up and other duties as assignedEXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to work as a part of a team with co-workers of various skill levels.Skilled in welding, cutting and rigging.Previous experience with pump rebuilds, bearing replacements, alignment of direct coupled shafts and elevator belt replacements.Ability to run fabrication and hoisting equipmentAbility to climb multiple flights of stairs and work from elevated spaces (man lifts and crane baskets) in all weather conditions.Ability to operate all equipment on siteHigh School Diploma