Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas

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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LGG Industrial

Mobile Hose Testing Technician

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

Completion of an industrial maintenance apprenticeship program (civilian or military)....

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

LGG Industrial

Warehouse Technician

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

Experience in interpreting machine specifications, blueprints, diagrams and manuals for folder/gluer machinery....

Remote Work
Advanced Technology Services

Maintenance Technician

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

INEOS Styrolution America LLC

Analyzer Technician

The Position : Analyzer Technicians are expected to apply expertise daily to insure the safe and reliable operation of site process plants and reduce operating costs Responsibilities and Duties:...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Irving, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 30+ days ago

, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, production machines, boilers, pumps, liquid fillers, packaging equipment, material handling equipment, bulk delivery equipment, and blending/mixing systems....

Refrigeration Technician

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Duties may involve: pipe fitting; boiler making; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; installing, aligning and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, freezers or stairs....

Maintenance Technician

  • Odessa, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Understanding of micrometers, and calipers Machine setup and operation to obtain close tolerances and alignment of machine parts....

Park Maintenance Worker SR

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Provides general day-to-day custodial, park maintenance and groundskeeping functions to assigned parks or parks projects, ensuring a safe, smooth, clean, hospitable, secure and efficient...

General Maintenance Worker - Plumbing

  • Fort Bliss, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fort Bliss, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Pay Rate $25.26 per hour Telecommute Status Onsite Announcement PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality,...

General Maintenance Worker - Facilities

  • Fort Bliss, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fort Bliss, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Pay Rate $25.26 per hour Telecommute Status Onsite Announcement PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality,...

Maintenance Tech

  • Garland, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Garland, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Randstad is now hiring for a Direct Hire Industrial Maintenance Technician position with one of our valued clients in the manufacturing industry....

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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 Texas
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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