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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Powder Coat Technician

Quality control review of unloading parts off the production line and identify defects within drying stage. Ensure precise chemistry balance of the wash cycle process....

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...

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

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

VSSI, llc

Soldering Technician

Location: Grapevine, TX Pay Range: $18 - $22 per hour (based on experience) Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Soldering Technician to join...

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

Technician / Mechanic (Hybrid)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 14 days ago

With the broadest product portfolio in the industry, groundbreaking machines and a holistic service promise, Koenig & Bauer sets international standards....

Remote Work
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:...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 23 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Maintenance Technician in Fort Worth, TX Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $27.00+ per hour based upon experience...

Field Service Technician

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

BACKGROUND EXPERIENCE Machine Programming (PLC/HMI) experience preferred Safety System, Network, and Fieldbus Programming and Trouble Shooting experience preferred....

Maintenance Mechanic A

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

downtime Complete reactive maintenance on production lines to recover from equipment failures by repairing mechanical, electrical, and structural components Create retrofits and fabrication, complete machine...

Maintenance Technician

  • Round Rock, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Round Rock, TX
  • 4 days ago

maintenance certification program Minimum of 1 year maintenance with proven preventative maintenance (PMs) experience in a manufacturing facility Please note that this position does not include relocation...

Senior Refrigeration Service Technician - Commercial & Industrial

  • Victoria, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Victoria, TX
  • 30+ 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...

Maintenance Worker (Union)

  • Deer Park, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Deer Park, TX
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Maintenance Helper to support our La Porte, TX facility. The role maintains golf carts and other small machinery and maintains mechanical equipment fluid levels to support the...

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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
30.8%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
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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