Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas

A Maintenance Technician in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing various equipment, machines, and systems. They perform preventative maintenance, inspect machinery for potential issues, diagnose problems, and carry out necessary repairs or replacements. A Maintenance Technician might also be involved in the installation and setup of new equipment or systems. They often work with electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems among others. Their work is crucial in ensuring efficient operations and safety in various establishments such as factories, offices, apartments, and commercial spaces.

Important skills for a Maintenance Technician include problem-solving, mechanical skills, physical stamina, and technical knowledge in areas such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They should also have good communication skills for effectively interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and clients. A Maintenance Technician should also be able to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints. Relevant certifications such as Certified Maintenance Technician (CMT), Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT), or a certificate in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Maintenance Technician, a person might have roles such as Maintenance Assistant, Handyman, or an Apprentice in a specific trade like electrician or plumber.

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Pool Maintenance Engineer

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

Related Work Experience: Some experience in general maintenance, exterior and interior surface preparation and painting. Experience in hotel engineering or maintenance a plus....

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Automation Maintenance Technician in Dallas, TX Walk In Hiring Event Tuesday April 29th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm AND 4:00 pm...

Field Service Technician

  • Irving, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting...

Journeyman HVAC Technician

  • Dripping Springs, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Dripping Springs, TX
  • 7 days ago

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Installation Technician I

  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities Installs intrusion, fire, CCTV, and access control security systems....

HVAC Technician

  • Austin, TX
  • 25 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 25 days ago

Diagnose malfunctioning systems, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem....

HVAC Technician Team Lead Chiller (union)

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 28 days ago

What you will do Under general direction, perform preventive maintenance, repair, installation, and replacement of HVAC Chilled water mechanical equipment. Assists branch leadership with coaching...

Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

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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 iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Texas offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.7%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Texas
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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