Maintenance Manager Jobs in Texas

Maintenance Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in oil and gas facilities, manufacturing plants, commercial real estate, and large industrial complexes, with openings at every level from entry-level facility technician to senior plant maintenance director. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where employers like Dow, Lockheed Martin, and H-E-B maintain substantial facilities operations. The most sought-after specializations in Texas are preventive maintenance program management, HVAC systems oversight, and reliability engineering for industrial and petrochemical sites. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles260+
Top employerRPM Living
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring100
Work type90% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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RPM Living
Maintenance Manager
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Maintenance Manager
RPM Living
Austin, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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RPM Living
Assistant Maintenance Manager
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Assistant Maintenance Manager
RPM Living
Irving, Texas
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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RPM Living
Maintenance Manager
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Maintenance Manager
RPM Living
Mansfield, Texas
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$31 - $34/hr
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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RWE
Sr Manager, Substation Maintenance
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Sr Manager, Substation Maintenance
RWE
Roscoe, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Cantex Continuing Care Network
Regional Facilities/ Maintenance Manager- Skilled Nursing
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Regional Facilities/ Maintenance Manager- Skilled Nursing
Cantex Continuing Care Network
Carrollton, Texas
Customer Success
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Maintenance Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
30 jobs
Dallas
26 jobs
Austin
18 jobs
Fort Worth
15 jobs
Irving
8 jobs
Lancaster
6 jobs
San Antonio
6 jobs
Grand Prairie
6 jobs
Arlington
5 jobs

Maintenance Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • RPM Living
    RPM Living35
  • Ryder System
    Ryder System12
  • Tesla
    Tesla8
  • Earthtones Companies
    Earthtones Companies6
  • Amazon
    Amazon5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Mining & Natural Resources

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) credential preferred by Texas industrial employers
  • Five or more years of hands-on maintenance or facilities management experience in a relevant industry
  • Demonstrated experience managing preventive and predictive maintenance programs in a plant or facility
  • Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Fiix
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations, electrical codes, and Texas mechanical permitting requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering preferred by larger Texas employers

Maintenance Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a maintenance manager in Texas?

Most maintenance managers in Texas advance from hands-on trades or technician roles into supervision and then management. Texas does not require a state-issued maintenance manager license, but employers consistently prefer candidates with credentials such as the Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional designation offered through the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals. A technical degree from a Texas community college or university and experience managing CMMS platforms strengthen a candidate's profile considerably.

Which companies hire maintenance managers in Texas?

Employers hiring maintenance managers in Texas right now include RPM Living, Ryder System, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of petrochemical plants, defense contractors, and large distribution centers means demand for experienced maintenance leadership remains consistent across both the industrial corridor and major metro areas.

Which Texas cities have the most maintenance manager jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most maintenance manager openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects the Gulf Coast energy and petrochemical sector, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws demand from manufacturing, logistics, and corporate campus facilities, and San Antonio's military installations and growing industrial base contribute a steady stream of openings outside the two largest metros.

Are there remote maintenance manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance management is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site role, and most Texas employers require physical presence to oversee technician teams, inspect equipment, and respond to facility issues. About 10% of maintenance manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve regional oversight, vendor coordination, or capital planning responsibilities that can be handled partially off-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a maintenance technician or facilities coordinator role, which large Texas employers in manufacturing, property management, and energy use as a direct pipeline to supervisory positions. Companies such as CBRE, JLL, and major petrochemical operators in the Houston Ship Channel region regularly hire entry-level maintenance associates and provide structured advancement. Earning a CMRP or completing an industrial maintenance program at a Texas community college gives candidates a measurable credential that accelerates the path to a management title.

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

You can find and apply to maintenance manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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