Senior Maintenance Technician

Grundfos; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Volunteer leave days

On-demand training

Job summary

Grundfos is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician III to lead maintenance and facilities operations at our Brookshire/Houston/Katy area facility. You will troubleshoot complex equipment, implement TPM programs, and support automation and yield improvements to keep production running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, strong skills with precision instruments, hand tools, and forklift operation, plus knowledge of lean and EHS requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of facility and machine maintenance in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of reliability-centered, preventive, predictive maintenance.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and basic math.
• Ability to use hand tools and operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Implement and maintain TPM programs for all factory equipment.
• Support new assembly projects and automation for yield and cost improvements.
• Perform electrical work including low voltage tasks.
• Ensure compliance with EHS requirements and safety training.
• Participate in facilities projects while following lean initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical work

Hand tools

Forklift

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth gauges

Indicators

Job description

Senior Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who thrives on keeping production lines running at peak performance while driving continuous improvement? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Senior Maintenance Technician III , you will be providing technical expertise and leadership across maintenance and facilities operations, troubleshooting complex equipment issues, driving preventive maintenance programs, and contributing to automation and yield improvement projects that keep our manufacturing facility running efficiently. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well‑being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing:

As a key part of the Maintenance & Facilities team, you'll create impact by driving equipment reliability and operational excellence through expert troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives that minimize downtime and reduce costs.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues to minimize production downtime, liaising with third-party suppliers for purchasing or repair jobs as needed

• Implement and maintain Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) programs for all factory equipment, assembly lines, and testing facilities

• Support new assembly projects, engineering works, and production equipment setup while driving automation, yield improvement, and cost reduction initiatives

• Perform electrical work including low voltage tasks, minor repairs, and replacements across production and facility systems

• Ensure compliance with all EHS requirements including proper waste segregation, spill response, environmental reporting, and completion of required safety training

• Participate in facilities projects related to painting, daily maintenance, and mechanical issues while adhering to safety and quality lean initiatives

What makes you a great fit:

Above all, you are a technically skilled and safety-conscious maintenance professional with deep hands‑on experience in manufacturing environments, strong problem‑solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. We would also imagine that you have:

• A minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in facility and machine maintenance within the manufacturing industry

• Knowledge of Good Engineering Practices and maintenance programs (reliability‑centered, preventive, predictive)

• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, indicators) and advanced math skills including geometry and algebra for material fabrication

• Ability to utilize all hand tools and operate a forklift

It is a plus if you also:

• Have knowledge of factory mutual requirements, operational support, and capacity management

• Have experience with automation of manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing principles

• Have proficiency in understanding geometric dimensions and tolerancing (GD&T)

Please note this is a 2nd shift position with potential to be a 3rd shift as business needs arise.

The salary range for this position is $26.05 to $34.50 per hour. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. To learn more about our benefits, please visit: Grundfos Benefits

Why you will love working here:

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs

• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well‑being activities.

• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.

• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

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Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are made on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage all individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your Rights as an applicant. If require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.

We look forward from hearing from you.

Information at a Glance

Job details

Workplace: Onsite Position

Job Location: Brookshire, Texas, United States | Houston, Texas, United States | Katy, Texas, United States

Contract Type: Full-Time

Employment Type: Regular