Maintenance Technician

Join the Leader in Dust Control Innovation

Soilworks® is the global authority in environmentally safe dust control and soil stabilization. Our products—including Soiltac®, Powdered Soiltac®, Gorilla-Snot®, and Durasoil®—are trusted by militaries, mines, construction companies, environmental engineers, and other demanding customers around the world.

From forward-operating bases and mining operations to solar farms and movie sets, our products perform in some of the harshest environments on earth.

We don't just make products—we solve complex problems with precision, ingenuity, and grit.

About the Role

Soilworks is looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician to keep our Casa Grande manufacturing facility, equipment, and grounds operating safely, reliably, and efficiently.

This position is responsible for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, equipment installation, facility upkeep, pump rebuilding, hose repair, and maintenance-related projects. You will work closely with production and leadership to minimize downtime, maintain a safe and organized facility, and continuously improve the reliability of our operations.

This is a roll-up-your-sleeves position. We are looking for someone who enjoys diagnosing problems, fixing equipment, improving systems, and taking ownership rather than waiting to be told what needs to be done.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day can bring a different challenge, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on production and facility equipment.
• Maintain and repair pumps, forklifts, pressure washers, air compressors, tote shearers, verticals, hoses, power tools, and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical problems and implement effective corrective actions.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to minimize downtime.
• Rebuild pumps and repair or replace hoses, fittings, valves, and other components as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and equipment history.
• Keep tools, shop equipment, and maintenance areas clean, organized, and in safe working condition.

Facility & Yard Maintenance

• Maintain the facility, production areas, yard, structures, equipment, and related infrastructure.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance, safety, and reliability issues before they become problems.
• Support facility improvements, equipment installations, expansions, and modifications.
• Maintain an organized yard and ensure proper storage and handling of 275-gallon IBC containers and other equipment.
• Assist with janitorial, PM cleaning, and general facility upkeep as required.
• Help prepare the facility for current and future production requirements.

Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Follow Soilworks safety policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, and site requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through equipment inspections, maintenance practices, housekeeping, and secure site operations.
• Complete required equipment and safety checks and promptly address unsafe conditions.
• Obtain and maintain confined-space entry certification and follow all applicable confined-space procedures.
• Safely operate forklifts, pressure washers, power tools, and other mechanical equipment.
• Support compliant handling of waste streams, wastewater, chemicals, and environmentally sensitive materials.
• Work with the Quality Control team to ensure equipment and processes support product quality and consistency.
• Maintain required documentation, inspection records, and maintenance logs.

Inventory & Operational Support

• Maintain accurate inventory of tools, maintenance supplies, consumables, totes, equipment, and plant assets.
• Assist with loading and unloading bulk materials and 275-gallon IBC containers when needed.
• Assist with cleaning, labeling, sealing, and reconditioning totes for production use.
• Maintain organized storage areas, labeling systems, and material flow throughout the facility.
• Use company systems and digital tools to document work, track tasks, and maintain operational visibility.
• Participate in weekly virtual company meetings and communicate maintenance priorities, issues, and project status.

Projects & Process Improvement

• Lead or participate in maintenance and facility improvement projects.
• Support equipment upgrades, new equipment installations, facility expansions, automation initiatives, and safety improvements.
• Assist with sourcing, quoting, scheduling, execution, and closeout of maintenance projects.
• Provide practical technical input during project planning and implementation.
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, maintenance costs, waste, and safety risks.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance practices that extend equipment life and improve reliability.
• Recommend and implement practical solutions that make the facility safer, more efficient, and more scalable.

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if:

• You are hands-on and mechanically inclined and enjoy fixing things yourself.
• You naturally look for problems before they become emergencies.
• You have a builder's mindset and enjoy improving equipment, processes, workspaces, and systems.
• You take pride in clean, organized facilities, well-maintained tools, accurate inventory, and professional workmanship.
• You can move quickly when production needs you while still staying organized and methodical.
• You are comfortable working independently and taking ownership of your responsibilities.
• You communicate well and work effectively with production, quality, and leadership.
• You enjoy variety and are comfortable working in an environment where no two days are exactly alike.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work a 40-hour workweek, with overtime as needed.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift; forklift certification or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to work safely with power tools, pumps, pressure washers, and other industrial equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and perform physically demanding work throughout the workday.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in Arizona conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces when required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills for maintenance records, inventory tracking, and project documentation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience maintaining pumps, air compressors, forklifts, pressure washers, hoses, or similar equipment.
• Experience with basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Confined-space experience or certification.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience supporting or leading maintenance, facility, or equipment installation projects.
• Experience using digital tools for work orders, task management, inventory, or documentation.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position requires regular physical activity and the ability to work in a demanding industrial environment.

• Combination of indoor and outdoor work.
• Exposure to Arizona heat, dust, vibration, industrial equipment, and chemicals.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to regularly lift and move materials weighing 50–60 pounds.
• Frequent operation of forklifts, pressure washers, power tools, and other industrial equipment.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces and other high-risk work areas when required.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

What We Offer

• Company-provided health insurance for employees
• Company-sponsored 401(k) with full company match*
• Company-provided life and disability insurance
• Generous PTO and sick leave
• Company-provided iPhone and iPad
• Company credit card and fuel card for authorized business expenses
• Opportunity to work directly with leadership and make a meaningful impact on plant operations
• Opportunity to grow with an innovative company serving customers around the world

* $200/month toward the employee's monthly insurance premium.
* 401(k) participation and matching are subject to employee eligibility.

Why Soilworks?

At Soilworks, you won't be maintaining a facility that simply does the same thing every day. Our products support demanding applications around the world, and our operation continues to grow.

We're looking for someone who wants to take ownership, solve problems, improve systems, and build something better.

If you're the person who sees a leaking hose, a noisy pump, an inefficient layout, or a piece of equipment that could work better—and your first instinct is to figure out how to fix it—we want to hear from you.

Pay: $27.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, or similar environment?
• Do you have experience maintaining or repairing pumps, forklifts, air compressors, pressure washers, hoses, valves, or similar equipment?
• Do you have forklift certification or previous forklift operating experience?
• Are you able to work a full-time schedule in Casa Grande, Arizona, including overtime as needed and work in outdoor Arizona conditions?

Experience:

• maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $32