Operations Technician Jobs in Texas

Operations Technician jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas-Fort Worth, where the energy, manufacturing, and logistics sectors drive consistent demand across entry-level to senior roles. Companies like ExxonMobil, Lockheed Martin, and Valero Energy maintain large Texas operations that depend on technicians specializing in process control, equipment maintenance, and industrial systems. Demand is strong year-round, making Texas one of the most active markets for this role in the country. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles120+
Top employerChildren's Health StarCenters
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring62
Work type97% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Generator Technician, Service Operations
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Generator Technician, Service Operations
Mesa Natural Gas Solutions
La Vernia, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$26 - $28/hr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Generator Technician, Service Operations
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Generator Technician, Service Operations
Mesa Natural Gas Solutions
Center, Texas
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$25 - $28/hr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Critical Operations Technician
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Critical Operations Technician
STACK Infrastructure US
Plano, Texas
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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Quality Operations Technician
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Quality Operations Technician
SSAB
Houston, Texas
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Field Operations HV Technician II - HV Strike Team (TX)
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Field Operations HV Technician II - HV Strike Team (TX)
NextEra Energy
Mount Calm, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
High school
10,000+

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Operations Technician Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
16 jobs
Austin
11 jobs
Plano
4 jobs
Dallas
4 jobs
Richardson
4 jobs
Pecos
3 jobs
Irving
3 jobs
Northlake
3 jobs
San Antonio
3 jobs

Operations Technician Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Children's Health StarCenters11
  • Amazon8
  • Veolia5
  • Ezee Fiber4
  • Samsung Electronics4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Associate degree or technical certificate in industrial, mechanical, or electrical technology
  • Hands-on experience with SCADA systems, PLCs, or distributed control systems
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and hazardous materials handling procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals
  • Experience troubleshooting electromechanical or process equipment in an industrial setting
  • Strong attention to detail with accurate recordkeeping and shift-reporting practices

Operations Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations technician in Texas?

Most operations technician roles in Texas require an associate degree or technical certificate from a community college or vocational program, with institutions like San Jacinto College, Houston Community College, and Texas State Technical College offering relevant programs in process technology, industrial maintenance, and instrumentation. Texas does not require a single statewide license for the broad operations technician role, but employers in energy and chemical processing often expect NCCER credentials or a Process Technology certificate alongside any relevant OSHA training.

Which companies hire operations technicians in Texas?

Texas operations technician roles are posted by Children's Health StarCenters, Amazon, and Veolia and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of refineries, defense contractors, and large logistics hubs means demand stays consistent well beyond the largest household names.

Which Texas cities have the most operations technician jobs?

Houston, Austin, and Plano have the most operations technician openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of petrochemical refineries, energy firms, and industrial facilities, while San Antonio and Dallas-Fort Worth generate openings through defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturing, and large-scale distribution and logistics operations.

Are there remote operations technician jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 3% of operations technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on and equipment-dependent most of these roles are. The parts of the role most likely to support remote work are monitoring, data review, and reporting functions at companies with advanced control-room or SCADA-based operations.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing a Process Technology or Industrial Maintenance certificate at a Texas community college, then applying directly to apprenticeship or associate-level technician programs that major employers like Chevron Phillips Chemical, Dow, and LyondellBasell run at their Gulf Coast facilities. Entry roles like production associate, maintenance helper, or quality technician are common stepping stones, and earning an NCCER Core or Instrumentation credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge with Texas industrial employers.

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

You can find and apply to operations technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings for roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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