General Mechanical Technician

Lunar Resources; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunar Resources in Houston, TX is seeking a hands-on General Mechanical Technician to join our production team. You will assemble, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems that support manufacturing operations, working with engineers and operators in a fast-moving hardware environment.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, reading drawings and P&IDs, and documenting work while observing safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience as a mechanical technician or similar role.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and P&IDs.
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and rotating equipment.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods; safe work practices.
• High school diploma or GED; technical/trade certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, align, and fit mechanical components from drawings and instructions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to root cause.
• Fabricate and modify parts using hand and power tools and shop equipment.
• Read mechanical drawings and schematics; support equipment builds and tests.
• Maintain logs and follow safety procedures; keep areas clean and audit-ready.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings & P&IDs

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/trade certification

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Hand tools

Power tools

Rigging

Job description

General Mechanical Technician

Lunar Resources — Houston, TX (on-site) · Full-time

Job Posting

About the Role

Lunar Resources is looking for a hands‑on General Mechanical Technician to join our Houston production team. In this role you'll keep our lab and production equipment running — assembling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the mechanical systems that support our manufacturing operations. You'll work closely with engineers, operators, and fellow technicians in a fast-moving hardware environment where no two days look the same.

What You'll Do

• Assemble, install, align, and fit mechanical components, fixtures, and subassemblies from drawings, sketches, and verbal instruction
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspection, and repair on production and facility equipment (pumps, motors, compressors, vacuum systems, furnaces, and related hardware)
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and drive them to root cause
• Fabricate and modify parts and fixtures using hand tools, power tools, and basic shop equipment
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals
• Support engineering with equipment builds, test setups, and process improvements
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and follow all safety procedures (LOTO, PPE, hazard communication)
• Keep work areas, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and audit-ready

What We\'re Looking For

• 3+ years of hands‑on experience as a mechanical technician, maintenance technician, millwright, or similar role
• Strong mechanical aptitude: comfortable with hand/power tools, precision measurement (calipers, micrometers), and rigging/lifting basics
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and P&IDs
• Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and rotating equipment
• Comfortable working in a lab/production environment around high‑temperature and vacuum equipment
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods, and work on ladders/lifts as needed
• High school diploma or GED required; technical/trade certification a plus

Nice to Have

• Experience in aerospace, semiconductor, chemical processing, or other high‑spec manufacturing
• Basic welding, machining, or fabrication skills (TIG a plus)
• Experience with vacuum furnaces, gas delivery systems, or cleanroom protocols
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge (multimeter-level)
• Forklift, crane, or scissor-lift certification

Details

• Location: Houston, TX — fully on-site
• Employment type: Full-time, hourly

Lunar Resources is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.