Maintenance Area Team Lead - Day Shift

Vallourec USA

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    You'll play a vital role in our (department) team by: Lead maintenance crews during assigned shifts, ensuring corrective tasks are executed safely, efficiently, and with high quality, including reporting and entering a follow up request after a temporary corrective maintenance. We're looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation: 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled roles.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, TX

    Description

    Your Role at a Glance

    You'll play a vital role in our (department) team by:

    • Lead maintenance crews during assigned shifts, ensuring corrective tasks are executed safely, efficiently, and with high quality, including reporting and entering a follow up request after a temporary corrective maintenance.
    • Managed shift-based maintenance activities, ensuring safe and efficient execution of corrective tasks and proper reporting of temporary repairs requiring follow-up.
    • Prioritize work orders based on production needs, safety risks, and equipment criticality.
    • Serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinating emergency repairs.
    • Communicate shift activities, issues, and completed tasks to incoming teams and supervisors.
    • Responsible for executing planned activities when no corrective maintenance is required.
    • Provide hands-on support and guidance for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs.
    • Ensure proper use of tools, PPE, and maintenance procedures in line with site safety standards.
    • Support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring failures and assist in implementing corrective actions.
    • Maintain accurate records of completed work in the CMMS (SAP), including parts used and labor hours.
    • Conduct daily equipment walkdowns to detect early signs of wear or failure
    • Facilitate rapid root cause analysis (RCA) immediately after critical breakdowns
    • Ensure lessons learned from failures are integrated into PM routines and SOPs

    Reliability & Preventive Maintenance Support

    • Assist in executing and improving preventive maintenance (PM) routines.
    • Identify opportunities to reduce unplanned downtime and improve equipment reliability.
    • Monitor equipment condition and escalate concerns to engineering or reliability teams.
    • Support TPM initiatives and basic condition checks performed by operators.

    Team Development & Training

    • Mentor junior technicians and support cross-training across maintenance disciplines.
    • Participate in safety meetings and lead toolbox talks focused on maintenance best practices.

    Safety & Compliance

    • Enforce safe work practices and ensure compliance with lockout/tagout and other safety procedures.
    • Maintain clean and organized work areas, promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
    • Report safety incidents, near misses, and equipment hazards promptly.

    What Sets You Apart

    We're looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

    • 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled roles.
    • Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
    • Familiarity with CMMS systems (preferably SAP) and basic documentation practices.
    • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
    • Proven leadership ability in a shift-based, team-oriented environment.
    • Strong communication and coordination skills across departments.
    • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
    • High school diploma or GED required.
    • Technical certification or vocational training in industrial maintenance is preferred.
    • OSHA 10/30, LOTO, and other relevant safety certifications a plus.
    • Willingness to pursue additional training in reliability tools and leadership.

    What Powers Your Performance

    Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

    • Communicate clearly and constructively
    • Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
    • Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset
    • Take accountability and show initiative in their work
    • Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
    • Prioritize safety and act with awareness
    • Embrace feedback and use it to grow
    • Maintain high attention to detail
    • Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
    • Support and develop others through shared learning

    How We Support Your Success

    We're committed to helping you thrive- on the job and beyond. That's why we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. To support your growth and well-being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
    • Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
    • Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
    • 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
    • Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions
    • Paid Holidays: 10 days, plus 1 personal floating holiday
    • Paid Vacation Time
    • Performance-Based Bonus Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement

    Safety isn't negotiable, it's who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don't cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it's a promise we make to every colleague, every day.

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