Multicraft Maintenance Technician – Automation, PLC & Robotics

Torrey Holistics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

401K with company match

Paid Time Off / Vacation

12 company holidays

Sick days

Employee discounts

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Serta Simmons Bedding is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation in Houston. You will diagnose, repair, and optimize mechanical, electrical, PLC, robotics, and pneumatic systems, leading junior mechanics and driving preventive maintenance.

You will mentor teammates, conduct Kaizens, and uphold OSHA safety standards while collaborating with engineers and supervisors to reduce downtime and boost uptime across critical assets.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in mechanical/electrical/PLC/robotics
• High School diploma or GED required
• Associates degree or relevant certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Execute complex maintenance and repairs across mechanical, electrical, PLC, robotic, and pneumatic systems with minimal supervision
• Troubleshoot multi-system issues using advanced tools and techniques
• Act as a technical leader—mentor mechanics, coach on troubleshooting and PM best practices, and lead training sessions
• Partner cross-functionally to drive process improvements; recommend upgrades that boost performance, yield, and uptime
• Plan and perform preventive maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Capture and analyze equipment data; produce detailed repair and modification reports with recommendations
• Uphold OSHA, company policies, and safety protocols; promote and audit for a safety-first culture
• Stay current on industry tech; take on increasingly complex projects while sharing knowledge across the team

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or certifications

Tools

CMMS

Excel

Word

P&ID diagrams

Job description

Shape the future of sleep—one perfectly running machine at a time. At Serta Simmons Bedding (home to Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons, and Tuft & Needle), you’ll join a 220-year legacy of sleep innovation. Step into a high-impact role where your expertise keeps our fast-paced manufacturing operation humming—and our customers sleeping soundly.

A day in your boots

You start by reviewing CMMS work orders and planning preventive maintenance that keeps critical assets reliable. A production line flags an intermittent fault—your diagnostic tools and deep knowledge of mechanical systems, PLC logic, robotics, pneumatics, and industrial electrical help you isolate the root cause fast. You collaborate with the Production Manager, Supervisors, Quality Technicians, and Engineers to time repairs, then document the fix and recommend an upgrade that reduces future downtime. In the afternoon, you mentor junior mechanics, lead a quick Kaizen, and reinforce OSHA safety protocols—because a safety-first culture is non‑negotiable here.

Why SSB

• Health, Dental, and Vision (starts on day one)
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off /Vacation
• 12 company holidays
• Sick days
• Employee discounts
• Referral Bonus

What you’ll tackle

• Execute complex maintenance and repairs across mechanical, electrical, PLC, robotic, and pneumatic systems with minimal supervision
• Troubleshoot infrequent, multi-system issues using advanced tools and techniques
• Act as a technical leader—mentor mechanics, coach on troubleshooting and PM best practices, and lead training sessions
• Partner cross-functionally to drive process improvements; recommend upgrades that boost performance, yield, and uptime
• Plan and perform preventive maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Capture and analyze equipment data; produce detailed repair and modification reports with recommendations
• Uphold OSHA, company policies, and safety protocols; promote and audit for a safety-first culture
• Stay current on industry tech; take on increasingly complex projects while sharing knowledge across the team

How you’ll do it

• Advanced mechanical aptitude; read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Advanced knowledge of CMMS, Excel, Word; ability to read and interpret P&ID diagrams
• Expert troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment
• Proficient with diagnostic tools and precision measuring instruments
• Proven mentor/trainer who fosters collaboration and high performance
• Clear, confident communicator with peers, engineers, and leadership

What you bring

• 3+ years of hands‑on maintenance experience with mechanical, electrical, PLC controls, robotics, pneumatics, and automated systems
• High School diploma or GED required
• Associates degree or relevant certifications (mechanical, electrical, PLC, etc.) preferred
• Certification in maintenance trades or advanced technical training is a plus
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is highly desirable
• Prior team leadership/mentoring in a maintenance environment is highly preferred
• Manufacturing or industrial background—bedding manufacturing or related industries preferred

Work environment & physical factors

• Stand and walk a minimum of 8 hours per day (or longer with overtime) and lift materials up to 120 pounds multiple times per hour; team lifting required for heavy loads
• Operate in a safety-focused, fast-paced plant with exposure to noise, hot materials, and chemicals; PPE required
• Flexible with shift availability, including potential overtime, weekends, and night shifts

Additional details

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

Job Type: Full-timeExperience: Maintenance: 2 years (Preferred); 2 to 4 years in a manufacturing plant as a Maintenance TechLicense/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred)Work Location: In person

Our commitments

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed/religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping or expression), medical condition genetic information (including family medical history), or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. SSB will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them, as required by law.