Maintenance Technician II
BH-322775
Posted: 14/01/2026
- n/a
- United States Texas Houston
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
Job Title: Maintenance Technician II
Location: Houston, TX
Hourly Rate: $30 per hour
Duration: 12 months
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team in Houston, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability and supporting production operations. You will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to maintain high-quality standards and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: Houston, TX
Hourly Rate: $30 per hour
Duration: 12 months
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team in Houston, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability and supporting production operations. You will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to maintain high-quality standards and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair equipment used in poly pipe production.
- Support installation, upgrades, and inspections of control systems to enhance performance and reliability.
- Perform emergency troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to resolve issues promptly.
- Prepare detailed reports on machine faults and assist in developing preventive maintenance schedules.
- Work independently and collaboratively to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control electronics.
- Ability to safely disassemble, diagnose, and reassemble equipment.
- Understanding predictive maintenance concepts and use of advanced diagnostic tools.
- Strong communication skills to convey technical information clearly.
- Fast-paced and noisy environment with constant movement.
- Regular lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical/electronic repair.
- Strong mechanical skills and experience with automation systems (e.g., rotating equipment, servo motors, proximity switches, speed and level indicators).
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.