Maintenance Technician - 6K Sign-On Bonus

Daniels Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniels Health is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service electroly- mechanical equipment at the Houston facility. The role includes leading a small maintenance team and ensuring safe, efficient operation of boilers, autoclaves, and related systems.

Responsibilities include 24/7 monitoring, coordinating parts and schedules with the Service and Engineering teams, and performing upgrades within budget. A Grade 3 Stationary Engineer license is required, with leadership duties extending to

Qualifications

• Must hold a Grade 3 Stationary Engineer license and maintain it during employment.
• Experience maintaining boilers, autoclaves, and production equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled machines and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily hands-on maintenance and repair of on-site equipment.
• Coordinate with Service and Engineering teams for parts and schedules.
• Assemble, align, and install equipment upgrades within timeline and budget.
• Provide 24/7 monitoring and rapid response for emergencies on-site or remotely.
• Lead a team of 2-3 custodial and entry-level specialists.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Mechanical maintenance

Supervising staff

Welding

Troubleshooting boilers

Communication

Education

Grade 3 Stationary Engineer License

Tools

Maintain-X

Myosh

Excel

MS Word

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for servicing and maintaining our electro-mechanical equipment, including Daniels’ robotic washline, autoclaves, boilers, and various other equipment to support site operations both locally and regionally. This role will oversee the daily cleaning and upkeep of the Houston facility by direct leadership of the custodial employee. The maintenance supervisor will also develop and train Maintenance Specialists to provide support to their respective facility.

Maintenance Engineers and boiler operators start up, regulate, repair, and shut down equipment. They monitor meters, gauges, and computerized controls to ensure that equipment operates safely and within established limits. They use sophisticated electrical and electronic test equipment to service, troubleshoot, repair, and monitor heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. Stationary engineers and boiler operators also perform routine maintenance. They may completely overhaul or replace defective valves, gaskets, or bearings. In addition, they lubricate moving parts, replace filters, and remove soot and corrosion that can make a boiler less efficient.

This position requires a minimum of a Grade 3 Stationary Engineer License.

What you will do

• Daily hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, service, and repair of on-site equipment
• Communicate with the Service and Engineering team to arrange spare parts, travel schedules, and overall support
• Assemble, align, and install equipment and machine upgrades, as necessary, while adhering to timeline and budget
• Provide 24/7 monitoring of equipment via phone support, with rapid response as needed – both remotely and on-site
• Routinely inspect equipment to ensure that it is operating efficiently and safely
• Manage a team of 2-3 custodial and entry level maintenance specialists.
• Assist with other leadership functions in the building, as the business needs.
• Communicate with facility leadership to arrange planned downtime to complete maintenance activities
• Record data and keep logs of operation, maintenance, and safety activity to generate weekly reports detailing completed tasks and outstanding items
• Provide remote support to plant facilities outside of the region to get them back in production as quickly as possible
• Maintain spare parts inventory at the Houston facility in partnership with plant management to ensure plants are stocked effectively
• Cover for other Supervisors and Managers during callouts or vacations

Skills & Requirements

• Education: Must have third-grade stationary engineers license – Current and must maintain status during time of employment.
• Experience: Maintenance experience in mechanical assemblies, boilers, autoclaves, and production equipment
• Welding, experience with basic repair work
• Electrical, ability to identify and repair electrical issues and communicate fault conditions
• Experience in supervising employees in entry-level roles is a plus
• Skills: Ability to troubleshoot PLC controlled machines, with telephone support
• Operate engines, boilers, and auxiliary equipment
• Read gauges, meters, and charts to track boiler operations
• Monitor and activating boiler water, chemical, and air valves, as well as fuel levels in the boiler
• Ability to use computers, tablets and smart devices proficiently; navigate Excel spreadsheets and computer-based reporting such as Maintain-X and Myosh; write reports in MS Word and maintain computer-based documentation.
• Knowledge of medical waste processing center operations

Work Environment

• This role entails 24/7 emergency monitoring of boiler systems and requires someone who is capable and willing to respond to emergency maintenance situations – even on nights and weekends
• Typical work week is Monday – Friday, but maintenance may be required on evenings or weekends
• Internal Relationships: Interface with cross-functional work teams such as engineering, plant operations, global operations, and suppliers
• External Relationships: Parts suppliers

Why Daniels?

• Industry Leader: Over 20 years of excellence in medical waste management with top-tier NPS and delivery-reliability scores
• 401K Matching: 50% employer match on up to 6% contribution (up to 3% employer contribution), with match starting Day 1, 5 year vesting schedule
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1; paid short-term disability; company-sponsored life insurance; and more
• Job Stability: As an essential healthcare service provider, we’re recession-proof and non-seasonal
• Permanent Role: Full-time, Monday- Friday
• Empowering, visionary culture: We think differently, act boldly, and value authenticity, creativity, and trust. Our team thrives on innovation, agility, and purpose-driven work, where every unique talent contributes to meaningful impact in healthcare
• 6K Sign on Bonus: To be paid out 2K after 30 days of employment, 2K after 90 days of employment, and 2K after 6 months of employment

$38.89 - $43.21 an hour

The pay range for this position is $38.89 to $43.21 per hour. Actual compensation within this range will depend on factors unique to each candidate, such as prior experience, skill, certifications, and work location. Pay variations by location reflect local conditions and differences in the cost of labor. At Daniels Health, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well-being, work-life balance, and career growth through a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with company match contributions, paid vacation and sick time, wellness resources, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Daniels Health conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the post‑offer hiring process.