Maintenance Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Sunshine Pools, Inc.

Swimming Pool Repair Service Technician

Are you a highly motivated and skilled pool repair expert with a true passion for keeping pools sparkling and functioning flawlessly? Do you thrive on solving technical challenges and providing...

Senior Refrigeration Service Technician - Commercial & Industrial

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

and timely manner that exceeds customers expectations Provides general repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment, such as air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, ice machine...

Refrigeration Service Technician - Commercial & Industrial

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

and timely manner that exceeds customers expectations Provides general repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment, such as air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, ice machine...

Operational Technology Technician (Night Shift)

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Shift: 6PM-6aM M,T F, Sat,Sun next week is Weds and Thursday Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, theres no magic formula to...

Maintenance Technician

  • Missouri City, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Missouri City, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Maintenance Technician works directly with Maintenance Technicians, machine Operators, Supervisors, and Managers to resolve mechanical issues. The Sr....

3-months-Building Maintenance Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Job Title: Building Maintenance Technician (3 month temp assignment) Location: Northwest Houston, TX 77041 Schedule: mon-fri Pay Rate: 24 hr Position Summary: have stand-up forklift experience We are...

Maintenance Technician III

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Maintenance Technician III Facilities Engineering Location: Houston, TX Pay: $29.04 $43.56 per hour (DOE) Schedule Options: 3rd Shift: SatWed, 9:00 PM 5:30 AM (off Thurs & Fri) 3rd Shift: MonFri, 9:...

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Experience/knowledge of Baler machine a plus. Equipment Maintenance, Technical Understanding, Basic Safety, Power Tools, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Dependable....

Automotive Preventive Maintenance Technician

  • North Houston, TX (14 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago
  • North Houston, TX (14 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago

NOTE: Tools are provided for preventive maintenance technicians....

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Humble, TX (17 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Humble, TX (17 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago

Maintenance Technician Job Description We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to focus on maintenance in one or more of the following areas: welding, mechanical assembly or repair, electrical...

IS Technician III

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

HPC Industrial, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking a Technician III for our Deer Park, TX location. HPC Industrial is the premier industrial tank cleaning and environmental services company in...

Field Service Technician (Metal Buildings)

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description Cornerstone Building Brands is North America's largest manufacturer of exterior building products. Cornerstone is comprised of a family of companies operating manufacturing...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Description Domino's Supply Chain Center is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the team....

Maintenance Technician - Heavy Equipment

  • Houston, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 17 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for Bayou Processing & Storage in East Houston....

Industrial Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Maintenance Technician in Houston, Texas Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $24+ per hour depending on experience Schedule: First Shift...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Houston, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Houston, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Houston, TX
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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