• Maintenance Technician I

    Southwire (Denton, TX)


    Maintenance Technician I

     

    **Date:** Jul 25, 2025

    **Location:** Denton, TX, US, 76208

    **Company:** Southwire Company LLC

    A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. Weare proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

     

    Shift: Day Shift 6:45am-3pm

     

    Pay Rate: $33.82 – $34.87

    Job Description

    Job Overview:

    As a Fabricator, you will be responsible for manufacturing, assembling, and modifying parts using various metal working techniques. You'll intepret technical drawings, operate machinery and tools, and work closely with the engineering and production teams to meet specifications and deadlines. Work involves fusing metal materials together using high heat equipment and welding processes susch as MIG, TIG, and electric arc welding. Welding jobs consist of working with stainless steel, mild steel, tools steel, and aluminum. Work processes involve utilizing high heat processes such as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, metal inert gas (MIG) welding, plasma arc welding, and various other specialized processes in fabrication or repairing metal structures. Must also be capable of assembling per drawing.

    Key Responsabilities:

    + Interpret manufacturing blueprints, schematics, and instructions

    + Measure, cut, and shape raw materials including metal, plastic, and composite materials

    + Use welding, soldering, and mechanical joining techniques to assemble parts

    + Operate equipment such as drill presses, grinders, lathes, and CNC machines

    + Maintain accurancy and consistency throughout the fabricationn process

    + Inspect completed work for defects and ensure quality control standards are met

    + Collaborate with engineers, machine operators, and quality assurance teams

    + Maintain a clean and organized work area following Southwire safety protocols

    + Perform welding processes including MIG, TIG electric arc, and plasma arc welding

    Education, Experience & Skills:

    + High School diploma

    + Certificates Vocational Trade School

    + Years of Experience 3+ Basic computer skills for documentation

    Preferred:

    + Associates

    + Years of Experience 5+ Others: Experience on CNC machinery or automation systems, computer skills for documentation and machine programming

    Physical/Environmental Demands:

    + Carrying/Lifting up to 50lbs

    + Crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, sitting, walking, pushing and lifting up to 50lbs

    + Plant floor conditions, various shifts, extreme heat and cold, heights/elevated platforms, dust, fumes, gases, chemicals, loud noise

    Benefits We Offer:

    + 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)

    + Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)

    + Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

    + Long & Short-Term Disability

    + Supplemental Insurance Plans

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Employee Referral Program

    + Tuition Reimbursement Programs

    + Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

    + Parental Leave

    + & More

     

    Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

    **Nearest Major Market:** Denton

    **Nearest Secondary Market:** Dallas