Maintenance Jobs in Texas
Maintenance jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in commercial real estate, manufacturing, multifamily housing, and large industrial facilities from Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth to San Antonio. Employers like Greystar, Amazon, and Fluor regularly hire maintenance technicians, engineers, and supervisors at every level from entry-level helpers through senior facilities managers. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are HVAC, electrical systems, and preventive maintenance for high-volume industrial and residential portfolios. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
This role is responsible for deep cleaning CNC storage machines, including associated conveyors and hydraulic units. The work involves removing accumulated metal chips, grease, oils, and coolants from both the interior and exterior of each machine. This is hands-on, physically active work in a manufacturing environment. All tools, materials, and required supplies will be provided.
This position is a strong entry point for individuals who demonstrate strong work ethic, attention to detail, and reliability, with potential for future opportunities based on performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean and stock restrooms, in all buildings
- Mop, clean and polish office floors as needed
- Pickup, dump and maintain trash in all facilities inside and outside
- Weed control outside around building, fence lines and parking area
- Maintain a safe and clean working area where cleaning
- Clean breakrooms floors and take out trash
- Pickup and dump chip hoppers
- Operate forklift in safe and proper way
- Shop hand wash stations clean and stocked
- Set up tables and chairs for meeting and special events
- May be other special cleaning or painting projects from time to time
Working Conditions
- Hot and cold temperatures in an uncontrolled environment
- Standing, bending, reaching, and manual cleaning for extended periods of time
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be able to push/pull up to 75 pounds
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform physical labor for a full 8-hour shift
- Comfortable working around industrial equipment
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
- Prior manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial cleaning experience is a plus but not required
Position Summary
This role is responsible for deep cleaning CNC storage machines, including associated conveyors and hydraulic units. The work involves removing accumulated metal chips, grease, oils, and coolants from both the interior and exterior of each machine. This is hands-on, physically active work in a manufacturing environment. All tools, materials, and required supplies will be provided.
This position is a strong entry point for individuals who demonstrate strong work ethic, attention to detail, and reliability, with potential for future opportunities based on performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean and stock restrooms, in all buildings
- Mop, clean and polish office floors as needed
- Pickup, dump and maintain trash in all facilities inside and outside
- Weed control outside around building, fence lines and parking area
- Maintain a safe and clean working area where cleaning
- Clean breakrooms floors and take out trash
- Pickup and dump chip hoppers
- Operate forklift in safe and proper way
- Shop hand wash stations clean and stocked
- Set up tables and chairs for meeting and special events
- May be other special cleaning or painting projects from time to time
Working Conditions
- Hot and cold temperatures in an uncontrolled environment
- Standing, bending, reaching, and manual cleaning for extended periods of time
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be able to push/pull up to 75 pounds
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform physical labor for a full 8-hour shift
- Comfortable working around industrial equipment
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
- Prior manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial cleaning experience is a plus but not required
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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Maintenance Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- United Rentals63
- Herc Rentals49
- Walmart48
- Republic Services38
- TIC - The Industrial Company36
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing317
- Energy222
- Construction & Real Estate180
- Consulting & Professional Services137
- Automotive120
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance jobs across Texas.
- EPA 608 certification required for any work involving refrigerants and HVAC systems
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of hands-on maintenance experience
- Valid Texas driver's license with a clean record for facilities requiring site travel
- Proficiency with preventive maintenance software such as Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals for mechanical and electrical systems
- Physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work in confined or elevated spaces safely
Maintenance Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance technician in Texas?
Texas does not require a statewide general maintenance license, but specific skills demand credentials. HVAC work on refrigerants requires EPA 608 certification, and any electrical work beyond basic repairs typically requires a Texas Electrical Contractor or Journeyman license issued through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Most employers also expect a high school diploma or GED plus vocational training or an apprenticeship through a local community college or trade program.
How much do maintenances make in Texas?
Maintenances in Texas earn a median of about $46,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $30,950 for the lowest 10% to over $74,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire maintenances in Texas?
Employers hiring maintenances in Texas right now include United Rentals, Herc Rentals, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large industrial base, sprawling multifamily housing market, and concentration of corporate campuses and distribution centers keep demand for qualified maintenance workers consistently high across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most maintenance jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the Texas cities with the most maintenance openings. Houston leads because of its massive petrochemical, manufacturing, and commercial real estate sectors, Dallas-Fort Worth follows with its dense concentration of corporate campuses and logistics warehouses, and San Antonio's steady growth in multifamily housing and military installations drives consistent demand in that market as well.
Are there remote maintenance jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical facilities, so most openings require an on-site presence. About 2% of maintenance openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions are typically administrative or supervisory roles such as facilities coordinators or maintenance managers overseeing multiple properties from a central office.
How can I get hired as a maintenance technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a maintenance helper or groundskeeper role with large Texas apartment management companies like Greystar or Allied Orion Group, which regularly hire people with no prior maintenance experience and provide on-the-job training. Completing an EPA 608 prep course at a Texas community college gives candidates a measurable credential edge. Many Texas employers also hire from building porter and janitorial roles, treating those as internal pipelines into maintenance technician positions.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to maintenance jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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