Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas

Equipment Maintenance Technician jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas-Fort Worth, where petrochemical, manufacturing, and defense industries drive steady demand for technicians skilled in preventive maintenance, hydraulics, and industrial automation. Major employers with deep Texas roots, including Valero Energy, Lockheed Martin, and Dow Chemical, regularly hire across experience levels from entry-level trainees to senior maintenance specialists. Opportunities in industrial, HVAC, and fleet maintenance are among the most active in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top employerTesla
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring34
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAerospace

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Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Technician
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Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Technician
Formers international
Pasadena, Texas
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$25 - $28/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Tesla
Equipment Maintenance Technician, Data Center Manufacturing, General Assembly
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Equipment Maintenance Technician, Data Center Manufacturing, General Assembly
Tesla
Brookshire, Texas
Cloud Engineering
Data Engineering
IT Support
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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Fort Bend County, TX
Electronic Equipment Upfitter - Vehicle Maintenance
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Fort Bend County, TX
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Electronic Equipment Upfitter - Vehicle Maintenance
Fort Bend County, TX
Richmond, Texas
Customer Success
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Tesla
Lead Equipment Maintenance Technician, Battery Cell Assembly
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Lead Equipment Maintenance Technician, Battery Cell Assembly
Tesla
Austin, Texas
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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North Texas Municipal Water District
Fleet Maintenance Equipment Technician I
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Fleet Maintenance Equipment Technician I
North Texas Municipal Water District
Melissa, Texas
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$20.32 - $30.08/hr
ASE Certification
501-1,000

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Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
12 jobs
Houston
6 jobs
Bastrop
4 jobs
Cedar Hill
3 jobs
Boerne
2 jobs
El Paso
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
San Antonio
2 jobs
Grand Prairie
2 jobs

Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Tesla
Tesla7 open roles
SpaceX
SpaceX6 open roles
DELTA STEEL
DELTA STEEL4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs across Texas.

  • High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in a related field
  • Demonstrated experience with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment blueprints
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures in industrial settings
  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment used in maintenance operations
  • Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces or at elevated heights

Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a equipment maintenance technician in Texas?

Most employers in Texas require a high school diploma plus completion of a technical program in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related trade from a community college or vocational school. Texas does not require a state-issued license for general equipment maintenance technicians, but credentials such as a NIMS Machining Level I certification or HVAC certifications from EPA-approved programs strengthen your application considerably with Texas industrial and manufacturing employers.

Which companies hire equipment maintenance technicians in Texas?

Companies currently hiring equipment maintenance technicians in Texas include Tesla, SpaceX, and DELTA STEEL, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's heavy concentration of petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast, defense contractors in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and large manufacturing facilities in San Antonio creates consistent year-round demand across the state.

Which Texas cities have the most equipment maintenance technician jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Bastrop have the most equipment maintenance technician openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of oil refineries, chemical plants, and industrial facilities along the Gulf Coast, while Dallas-Fort Worth's aerospace and advanced manufacturing base drives demand there, and San Antonio's large military installations and growing manufacturing sector anchor opportunities in the south.

Are there remote equipment maintenance technician jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Equipment maintenance is an inherently hands-on role requiring physical presence at machinery and facilities, so remote work is uncommon. About 0% of equipment maintenance technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve remote monitoring or technical support roles rather than traditional maintenance work.

How can I get hired as a equipment maintenance technician in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a one-year certificate or two-year associate program in industrial maintenance or mechatronics at a Texas community college, such as San Jacinto College near Houston or Tarrant County College in Fort Worth, both of which have strong employer partnerships. Larger Texas manufacturers and refineries regularly hire maintenance helper and technician apprentice roles as stepping stones. Earning a NIMS credential or an OSHA 10 certification before applying gives candidates a visible edge over other entry-level applicants.

Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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