Job Description

Maintenance Technician I

Location: Dallas, Texas Area
Schedule: Full-time

Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt

Shift:Night (train on day)

Hempel, founded in Denmark in 1915, is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions. Across the globe, our products protect and beautify buildings,infrastructureand other assets, and play an essential role in our customers' businesses. They help minimize maintenance costs, improve aesthetics, and increase energy efficiency.Throughour brands Hempel,Neogard, Crown Paints,Wattyland Farrow & Ball, weprovide solutions forthe Marine, Energy, Infrastructure and Decorative industries.

JobAtHempel,we’remore than acoatingscompany—we protect what matters most.We’relooking for a skilled Maintenance Technician III to join our Dallas team and keep our operations running safely, smoothly, and efficiently.

As a Maintenance Technician,you’llensure the reliability of our production equipment and create a safe environment for your colleagues. Your day-to-day will include:

EssentialResponsibilities

• Follow Standard Work Instructions provided for the assigned department

• Follow ISO and Hempel e-convention guidelines

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on all production equipment including but not limited to, Valves, Motors, Pumps, Conveyors, Mixers, Dissolvers, Filling Lines by referring to manuals and manufacturer’s recommendations and work instructions

• Repair and rebuild all production equipment including but not limited to, pumps, valves, gearboxes, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumaticequipmentand all other mechanical equipment as needed.

• Work with production personnel to troubleshoot all mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic issues that affect production

• Maintainongoing relationship building according to Hempel’s standard

• Determinechanges in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments

• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges

• Control downtime by working with production Supervisors and leads to work on equipment when not needed by production when possible

• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock todetermineinventory level;anticipatingneeded equipment, parts, and supplies

• Work in Confined spaces as required using all required PPE and strictly following all safetyrules and regulationsand requirements

• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Documentation required in CMMS work order system

• Maintain safe and clean working environment

• Perform LOTO (Lock out tag out), Isolate and verify, fill out paperwork as needed toensuresafe repairs on all equipment before starting work

• Lookup and reference all SDS (MSDS) when needed when working around different chemicals todetermineproper PPE needed

• Report all safety and environmental concerns when issues are found and take steps to eliminate or mitigate when necessary to insure a safe working environment

• Maintenance personnel are considered essential staff which requires them to report to work in all emergencies toassistas needed

• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations including industrial hygiene practices

• Develop understanding of Hempel manufacturing process

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn and followsafety rules and regulations, including C1/D1 environments

• Basic understanding ofOSHA safety practices;OSHA 10‑Hour a plus

• Entry‑levelexperience or exposuretoelectrical and mechanical systemspreferred

• Willingness to learnindustrial manufacturing processes

• Basic knowledge ofmultimeters(voltage measurement) and measuring tools (calipers, micrometers)

• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions follow preventive maintenance schedule and instructions

• Basic understanding ofmechanical drawings(training provided if needed)

• Strongmechanical aptitudeand attention to detail

• Basictroubleshooting skills

• Ability to communicate effectively inEnglish(read and write)

• Basiccomputer skillsfor data entry and documentation

• Team orientedwitha positive,safety‑focusedattitude

• High school diploma or GEDrequired; technical coursework or certifications preferred

• Experience with confined space entries preferred

What is in it for you?

• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options that begin on your first day of employment

• Flexible HSA and FSA options to manage healthcare and dependent care expenses

• 12 paid holidays

• 15 vacation days to start

• 6 personal days

• Paid leave for jury duty and bereavement

• 401(k) plan options with immediate company match and full vesting from day one

• Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage for the unexpected

• Enjoy16 weeksof fully paid maternity leave or 4 weeks of paidpaternity leave, supporting you during life’s most important moments.

• A strong flexibility policy making you thrive both in your job and privately

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Canbe hot,cold, andor humid.

Work at Heights.

Work in confined spaces.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employeeis regularly required tosit; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employeeis regularly required tostand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Direct applicants only; we are not engaging with outside recruitment agencies.

Application due

2026-05-30

Seniority Level

Entry level

Job Functions

Manufacturing, Other, Production

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.