Production Maintenance Technician

General Information

Name

Production Maintenance Technician

Employment Type

Temp to Hire

Position level

Full-time

Virtual/Remote?

No

Labor Category

Light Industrial

Date

15-May-2026

City

Dallas

State

Texas

Country

United States

Ref #

9247858014

Description & Requirements

Description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we're here for you! We're seeking a Production Maintenance Technician I to work at a premier manufacturing client in Garland, TX. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.
Pay Rate: $25-$26 per hour
Shift: Monday-Friday 5am-3:30pm
What's a typical day as Production Maintenance Technician I? You'll be:

• Creating and maintaining robot and automation control programs for production equipment.
• Implementing automation solutions for cost savings and process improvements.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting robotic, PLC, safety, and industrial control systems including networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus), motor controls, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
• Integrating and maintaining PLC software across the plant.
• Diagnosing and repairing motor controls, starters, VFDs, DC drives, and a variety of electrical components (480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, 24VDC).
• Assisting with mechanical maintenance, disassembling/reassembling production equipment, and performing equipment setups.
• Troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment such as fillers, pumps, tanks, cappers, conveyors, HVAC, boilers, chillers, and air compressors.
• Using appropriate tools and PPE for repairs, and operating equipment like scissor lifts.
• Performing basic carpentry, painting, and facility repairs as needed.
• Logging work in CMMS, maintaining sanitation and cleanliness, and ordering parts as required.
• Complying with all safety, health, environmental, and food/drug regulations and company policies.
• Cooperating with production and maintenance teams to maximize quality and output.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (trade/technical school training is a plus).
• Possess mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical/electrical systems, and welding (MIG/TIG).
• Have 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and/or mechanical maintenance.
• Are familiar with troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and high-speed packaging/filling equipment (preferred).
• Can read and understand schematics, manuals, building plans, and codes.
• Are comfortable using hand and power tools, measuring devices, and operating forklifts/scissor lifts.
• Are physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform a range of physical tasks.
• Communicate clearly, follow instructions, and are willing to work long hours and off-shift as needed.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

What happens next

Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry-even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work. Apply to be Production Maintenance Technician I today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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