Maintenance Technician II

AkzoNobel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 6% match

Medical insurance with HSA

Dental, Vision & Life

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

AkzoNobel in Houston seeks a Maintenance Technician to maintain manufacturing and packaging equipment and facility infrastructure. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement to maximize uptime and on-time delivery.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent maintenance background, PLC troubleshooting, and strong documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or vocational training with 5–10 years of maintenance experience.
• Ability to repair electrical and mechanical processing equipment and troubleshoot PLCs.
• Ability to read P&ID, wiring, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams and use tools safely.
• Able to lift up to 55 pounds, stand/walk, and work in varying conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and overtime flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prioritize PMs using CMMS; record all work to support the system.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems; verify operation after repairs; assist with installations.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance; inspect, test, and report findings to Maintenance Manager.
• Assist with inventory management and keep storerooms/shops clean.
• Follow HSE policies; attend safety meetings; report unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate with external contractors to complete work and issue permits.
• Provide after-hours on-call support; rotate weekends as needed.
• Operate ladders, hoists, industrial trucks and PPE as required.
• Wear breathing apparatus and other PPE when mandated.

Skills

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

PLC troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in engineering

Vocational/military training

Job description

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Date: April 16, 2026

Location: Houston TX, 77091

Company: AkzoNobel

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com

2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Technician will perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment, as well as facility infrastructure, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role exists to maximize equipment uptime, support consistent product quality, and enable on-time delivery to customers. The technician is responsible for diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues, executing preventive maintenance programs, and supporting continuous improvement of equipment performance. In addition, the role helps protect company assets by maintaining buildings, grounds, and critical systems. Strong collaboration with operations, safety, and external contractors is essential to ensure compliance, minimize downtime, and sustain a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the Computerized maintenance system to plan/prioritize PM responsibilities, work requests, and report findings. Record all the work done on a daily basis to support and maintain the work order system.


• Analyzes mechanical problems on assigned equipment, plans for and takes corrective action. Makes necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain maximum production efficiency and quality. Tests equipment operation after repairs or installations is completed and notifies necessary persons of equipment operational status. Assists with new equipment installations as needed.


• Performs preventive/predictive maintenance on assigned equipment by visually inspecting, greasing, testing safety switches, measuring with go-no-go gauges, recording critical information, oil analysis etc. and reporting adverse findings to the Maintenance Manager. To maximize equipment up-time potential problems are identified and either repaired immediately or scheduled for repairs to eliminate breakdowns during operation.


• Assists with inventory management and keeps storerooms and shops neat and clean.


• Complies with all HSE policies and reports any concerns, which may have an adverse impact on health safety and the environment. Attends monthly safety meetings, maintains a neat, clean and safe work area, works safely and requires others to work safely also. Adheres to AkzoNobel’s Code of Conduct. Corrects or notifies supervisor of unsafe conditions.


• Work with the external contractor(s) to provide necessary help and assistance in order to complete their work on site and issue the required Work Permits.


• Assist with on-call duties after hours and on weekends


• Must be able to use ladders, hoists, industrial trucks and material handling equipment.


• Must have the ability to wear a breathing apparatus and other associated HSE personal protective equipment

Job Requirements

• Associate’s degree in an engineering-related field, vocational/military training, or 5–10 years of relevant maintenance experience.


• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical repairs on processing equipment, including basic PLC and process control troubleshooting.


• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical documentation (Piping & Instrument Diagrams, wiring schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams) and safely using tools, measuring devices, and test equipment.


• Physical capability to lift up to 55 pounds, stand/walk for extended periods, work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions, and operate ladders, hoists, and material handling equipment while wearing required personal protective equipment.


• Valid driver’s license and flexibility to work overtime, including after-hours support as needed.

Total Compensation

• The hourly range for these skills is $31/hr. + 4% annual bonus.


• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match.


• Medical insurance with HSA.


• Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&DD benefits.


• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay.


• Short- & Long-term disability.


• Paid Parental leave.


• Career growth opportunities.


• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks.


• Employee referral plan.


• Employee appreciation days.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

REQ ID# 53365