Maintenance Technician

NOV; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, hydraulic, HVAC, and production equipment in a manufacturing environment. The role requires reading blueprints, diagnosing faults, and performing preventive maintenance to ensure machine reliability.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance, with strong troubleshooting, safety, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar.
• Experience repairing CNC machines, mills, lathes, drills, and other production equipment is a plus.
• HVAC diagnostic and repair experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and detect early signs of failure.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Communicate with operators, vendors, and maintenance staff to ensure machine readiness.
• Adhere to NOV policies and safety procedures.
• Work up to 12-hour shifts and potentially overtime or on-call as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Safety focus

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Job description

Job Description

At NOV, we are committed to building a workplace where employees can grow and succeed. We offer career coaching, leadership development, and skills training to foster an environment of opportunity for each employee to reach their top potential. No matter where you start, there are meaningful opportunities to advance your career at NOV.

Job Description

At NOV, we are committed to building a workplace where employees can grow and succeed. We offer career coaching, leadership development, and skills training to foster an environment of opportunity for each employee to reach their top potential. No matter where you start, there are meaningful opportunities to advance your career at NOV.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment and facilities. Equipment will include:
• Electrical equipment including facility wiring, generators, sub-panels, and junction boxes.
• Mechanical equipment including cranes, doors, plumbing, HVAC systems, and compressors.
• Production equipment including CNC machines, saws, welding equipment, and product testing apparatus (both electrical and hydraulic)
• Perform adjustment of repair of items as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance duties that detect early signs of failure or maladjustment.
• Communicate and listen to operators, vendors, and other maintenance personnel to ensure the production readiness of machines.
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or in a related maintenance role.
• Experience planning and performing maintenance operations in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience repairing CNC machines, mills, lathes, drills, and other production equipment is a plus.
• HVAC diagnostic and repair experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of:
• Electrical systems (120V–480V)
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing and mechanical systems
• Welding and fabrication techniques
• Production machinery and facility equipment
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Basic computer and mathematical skills required.

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivated, dependable, and safety-focused team player.
• Physical Requirements & Work Environment
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements for up to 12 hours daily.
• Frequently required to sit, kneel, climb, reach, and use hands and finger dexterity.
• Ability to regularly lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively through spoken and written communication.
• Good vision required for safe operation of forklifts and equipment.
• Regularly required to work around machinery and industrial equipment.
• Factory/manufacturing environment with wide temperature variations and exposure to industrial conditions.
• Manufacturing, industrial, and facility maintenance environment.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical systems, noise, heat, and other industrial conditions.
• May require overtime, on-call support, or flexible scheduling based on operational need

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