Shop Technician

Colonial Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Shop Technician Level 1 to support equipment maintenance, inspections, and shop upkeep with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. The role requires a detail-oriented, mechanically inclined individual who can manage multiple tasks, follow procedures, and communicate effectively with the team.

You will assist in maintaining RCD equipment and supporting shipping/receiving activities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a shop environment.
• Mechanically inclined with practical knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask under deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Organized, dependable, and action-oriented.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform routine facility and yard upkeep.
• Use SiteDocs daily for safety and maintenance forms.
• Attend safety meetings and participate in continuous improvement.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain RCD equipment.
• Keep detailed records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Support shipping and receiving for MPD/RCD equipment.
• Receive vendor orders and verify shipments.
• Deliver or pick up supplies from vendors.
• Conduct preventive maintenance checks and service on RCD equipment.
• Maintain tools and develop their use.
• Assist Shop Foreman and Operations Team with maintenance tasks.

Skills

Shop experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organized

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary:

As a Shop Technician Level 1, you will play a key role in supporting the operational efficiency of our facility by assisting with equipment maintenance, inspections, and general shop upkeep. This position requires a detail-oriented and mechanically inclined individual with a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform routine facility and yard upkeep.
• Utilize SiteDocs daily to complete required safety and maintenance forms.
• Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining RCD equipment.
• Keep accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Support the shipping and receiving process for MPD/RCD equipment.
• Assist in receiving vendor orders and verifying shipments.
• Deliver and/or pick up supplies from vendors as needed.
• Conduct preventive maintenance checks and service on RCD equipment.
• Maintain company-issued tools and develop skills in their use.
• Provide support to the Shop Foreman and Operations Team with maintenance tasks.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 1-2 years of experience working in a shop environment.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to apply mechanical knowledge effectively.
• Effective communication (written & verbal), analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Organized, dependable, and action-oriented.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).

Required Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• First Aid Certification
• Fall Arrest Certification
• Forklift Certification

The compensation for this role will be in the range of $28 to $32 per hour.