Senior CNC Maintenance Technician:
The Opportunity:
A leading U.S. manufacturer of custom-engineered hydraulic cylinders is looking for a Senior CNC Maintenance Technician to join their team in Central Texas. This company has been in business since 1968, building custom cylinders for major OEMs in construction, mining, utilities, material handling, agriculture, and defense. Their products go into aerial lifts, digger derricks, telehandlers, cranes, mining rigs, and military equipment. They were recently acquired by a $49 billion investment group, bringing serious capital and growth investment while keeping the hands-on culture of a specialized manufacturer. They operate on lean principles with a team that takes pride in precision work.
Role Objectives:
In this role, you'll support production by ensuring CNC equipment and related systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair CNC equipment including mills, lathes, saws, and related production machinery
• Support electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize machine uptime and equipment life
• Observe equipment performance and identify root causes of failures and recurring issues
• Disassemble, repair, replace, and test mechanical and electrical components using appropriate tools and equipment
• Calibrate and align machinery to maintain production quality standards
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and schematics
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and support operational goals
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and parts records
• Initiate purchase requests for replacement parts and equipment
• Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and process improvements
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on troubleshooting and best practices
• Follow OSHA requirements, LOTO procedures, and company safety policies
• Participate in on-call support and work flexible schedules as business needs require
What We're Looking For:
• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or industry certifications preferred
• Minimum 7 years of CNC maintenance experience preferred
• Strong understanding of CNC systems and controls including Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, Mazak, or similar systems
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems
• Ability to diagnose issues involving HMIs, drives, and power supplies
• Experience installing and configuring drives preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with production teams and leadership
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction and without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Resumes can be confidentially sent to dustin.wilcox@gogpac.com or call direct at 612-439-2782.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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