Maintenance Technician

Summit Staffing, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Summit Staffing, Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support a manufacturing facility in Northwest Houston. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help improve reliability on the plant floor.

The role requires 2+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance, strong mechanical/electrical skills, and experience with CMMS, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding. Safe operation, teamwork, and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-year vocational/technical degree or equivalent training in industrial maintenance.
• 3-5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and power tools.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments.
• Experience with PLCs and automated systems.
• Previous use of CMMS / preventive maintenance programs.
• Welding and fabrication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, alignment, repair, and maintenance of production machinery and equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and manuals
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems
• Conduct routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance (TPM)
• Use machine tools (lathes, grinders, etc.) to fabricate or repair parts as needed
• Implement and maintain a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and spare parts inventory
• Respond quickly to production downtime and operator requests
• Identify and execute improvements to equipment performance and reliability
• Follow all safety protocols and ISO procedures

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

PLC knowledge

CMMS experience

Welding & fabrication

Education

2-year vocational/technical degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding

Power tools

CMMS software

PLC systems

Job description

Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Northwest Houston, TX 77064

Type: Full-Time

Hours: 1st Shift | 6:00am to 2:30pm Mon-Fri + OT

Job Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Mechanic to support facility and equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery, troubleshooting issues, and supporting overall plant reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, alignment, repair, and maintenance of production machinery and equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and manuals
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems
• Conduct routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance (TPM)
• Use machine tools (lathes, grinders, etc.) to fabricate or repair parts as needed
• Implement and maintain a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and spare parts inventory
• Respond quickly to production downtime and operator requests
• Identify and execute improvements to equipment performance and reliability
• Follow all safety protocols and ISO procedures

Must-Have Qualifications

• 2-year vocational/technical degree or equivalent training in industrial maintenance, mechanics, or related field
• 3-5 years of hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and power tools
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments
• Experience with PLCs and automated systems
• Previous use of CMMS / preventive maintenance programs
• Welding and fabrication skills preferred

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a plant environment (noise, dust, varying temperatures)
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Benefits

Competitive pay, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays.