Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas
Plant Maintenance Technician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in petrochemical refining, food and beverage processing, and large-scale manufacturing facilities, with openings ranging from entry-level technician apprentices through senior maintenance leads. Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas-Fort Worth account for the bulk of hiring, where employers like ExxonMobil, Tyson Foods, and Dow Chemical have long-standing Texas operations. Instrumentation and controls specialization, predictive maintenance, and PLC troubleshooting are the most in-demand skill areas. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I
We are seeking a Hospital Maintenance Technician I, also referred to as our Maintenance Worker or Maintenance Specialist. A Hospital Maintenance Tech is responsible for maintaining and repairing non-medical equipment like HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and facility structures to ensure the hospital operates safely and efficiently. They perform routine inspections, respond to emergencies, and ensure compliance with safety codes to support patient care and hospital operations.
Shift’s Available: Days
Employment Type: Full Time
Hours: 8 Hour shifts
Location: Knapp Medical Center - Weslaco, TX
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
This is an entry-level or junior type of position. If you have experience or training in HVAC repair, plumbing or electrical systems you are encouraged to apply!
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Knapp Medical Center is an award-winning, not-for-profit hospital in Weslaco, Texas. With 227 beds, the community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology. Knapp serves as the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery. Knapp has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to Mid-Valley residents for 60 years. More than 300 physicians serve on the hospital's medical staff. Knapp also serves as one of the largest employers in the Mid-Valley, employing more than 450 people. For more information, please call 956-968-8567.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains accurate logs on all equipment in hospital and provides for a safe working environment.
- Maintain and repair equipment including, but not limited to, mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, plant maintenance, and medical gas systems.
- Driving as needed for company business.
Qualifications
- Able to troubleshoot, read schematics, and/or blue prints.
- Valid current state driver's license.
- Minimum 0-1 years healthcare experience preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
Employment Status: Full Time
Shift: Days
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I
We are seeking a Hospital Maintenance Technician I, also referred to as our Maintenance Worker or Maintenance Specialist. A Hospital Maintenance Tech is responsible for maintaining and repairing non-medical equipment like HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and facility structures to ensure the hospital operates safely and efficiently. They perform routine inspections, respond to emergencies, and ensure compliance with safety codes to support patient care and hospital operations.
Shift’s Available: Days
Employment Type: Full Time
Hours: 8 Hour shifts
Location: Knapp Medical Center - Weslaco, TX
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
This is an entry-level or junior type of position. If you have experience or training in HVAC repair, plumbing or electrical systems you are encouraged to apply!
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Knapp Medical Center is an award-winning, not-for-profit hospital in Weslaco, Texas. With 227 beds, the community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology. Knapp serves as the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery. Knapp has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to Mid-Valley residents for 60 years. More than 300 physicians serve on the hospital's medical staff. Knapp also serves as one of the largest employers in the Mid-Valley, employing more than 450 people. For more information, please call 956-968-8567.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains accurate logs on all equipment in hospital and provides for a safe working environment.
- Maintain and repair equipment including, but not limited to, mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, plant maintenance, and medical gas systems.
- Driving as needed for company business.
Qualifications
- Able to troubleshoot, read schematics, and/or blue prints.
- Valid current state driver's license.
- Minimum 0-1 years healthcare experience preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
Employment Status: Full Time
Shift: Days
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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Plant Maintenance Technician Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Shutterfly3
- CBRE2
- Toyota2
- Asbury Automotive1
- Atmos Energy Corporation1
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive4
- Energy4
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- News & Publishing3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plant maintenance technician jobs across Texas.
- High school diploma or GED plus vocational or technical training in industrial maintenance
- Demonstrated experience with preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems
- Proficiency troubleshooting programmable logic controllers and automated production equipment
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures in industrial settings
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call schedules as production demands
Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a plant maintenance technician in Texas?
Most plant maintenance technician roles in Texas are entered through a combination of vocational training and on-the-job experience rather than a state-issued license specific to the title. Community colleges like San Jacinto College and Texas State Technical College offer industrial maintenance and mechatronics programs that Texas employers actively recruit from. Candidates who add OSHA 30-hour certification, NFPA 70E electrical safety training, or a CMRP credential from SMRP stand out in competitive Texas markets.
How much do plant maintenance technicians make in Texas?
Plant maintenance technicians in Texas earn a median of about $59,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,440 for the lowest 10% to over $90,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire plant maintenance technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring plant maintenance technicians in Texas right now include Shutterfly, CBRE, and Toyota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's dense concentration of petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast and food processing facilities in the San Antonio corridor means large industrial operators consistently post maintenance openings throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most plant maintenance technician jobs?
The cities with the most plant maintenance technician openings in Texas are Plano, Houston, and Irving. Houston leads because of its extensive refining and chemical manufacturing complex along the Ship Channel, while San Antonio's food production and distribution infrastructure and the Dallas-Fort Worth metro's automotive and electronics assembly plants generate steady demand across the state.
Are there remote plant maintenance technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Plant maintenance technicians are hands-on roles that require physical presence on the production floor, so fully remote positions are uncommon by the nature of the work. About 5% of plant maintenance technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions typically involve remote condition monitoring, equipment diagnostics review, or vendor coordination rather than direct floor maintenance.
How can I get hired as a plant maintenance technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in an industrial maintenance technology program at a Texas community college, then applying for an apprenticeship or maintenance helper role while completing coursework. Large Texas petrochemical employers along the Gulf Coast and food manufacturers in the San Antonio area regularly hire maintenance trainees and utility operators as feeder roles. Completing an OSHA 10-hour card and a basic PLC fundamentals course gives first-time applicants a concrete edge over other entry-level candidates.
Where can I find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to plant maintenance technician 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 one through the listing.
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