U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc. is a performance materials company with core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science. As a member of the Russell 2000 Index, the Company is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry, and in a wide range of industrial applications which enables us to continue to build on our 119-year track record as a large-scale producer and innovator by expanding our end markets and delivering great service to our customers.

Our 27 geographically dispersed production facilities controlling an estimated 627 million tons of reserves of commercial silica and 56 million tons of reserves of diatomaceous earth, perlite, and clays - we produce and cost-effectively deliver over 400 diversified products to customers across our end markets. U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient.

With over 2,800 employees world-wide, we operate on a platform of ethics, safety and sustainability.  As we change and grow, our core values remain constant:

• We ensure the safety of our people and the environment


• We act with honesty and integrity


• We treat each other with respect and dignity


• We operate in our communities as good neighbors

The Company is headquartered in Katy, Texas and has offices in Reno, Nevada and Chicago, Illinois.

The Maintenance Technician position is located in Lamesa, TX.

Essential Job Duties are as follows:

• Inspects work areas and equipment prior to beginning tasks.


• Fabricates equipment and fix facilities as required.


• Installs new equipment, machinery, and facilities using blueprints, schematic diagrams, installation manuals, etc.


• Performs maintenance on all equipment, facilities, and machinery in accordance with established schedules and procedures.


• Troubleshoots, diagnosis, and repairs equipment, facilities, and machinery.


• Determines proper methods and materials used in repairs.


• Hoists, transports, and positions equipment as required using cranes, hoisting apparatus, and powered vehicles.


• Clean up and other duties as assigned

Plant Operations