Technician Jobs in Texas
Technician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in petrochemical and energy operations, aerospace manufacturing, healthcare systems, and semiconductor fabrication across a job market that runs from entry-level to senior specialist. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio lead hiring volume, with employers like Chevron, Lockheed Martin, and HCA Healthcare maintaining large, sustained technician workforces across the state. The most in-demand specialties right now include instrumentation, avionics, and surgical or sterile processing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$20.00 - $27.50
Location:
Austin, TX
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
As a Manufacturing Technician, you'll work hands-on in a cleanroom environment to build and test our multimillion-dollar display and wafer fabrication equipment that’s behind the technology we use every day. You'll be responsible for building, repairing, and testing various types of equipment—including electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components. You will perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting, and repairs—and perform audits to ensure necessary parts are available and inspected for defects. Using test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors, and vacuum pumps you'll test assemblies, complete documentation, perform repairs, or install software to continuously improve our processes.
Role Responsibilities:
- Use work orders (including schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions) to build, repair and/or test equipment of various kinds (electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies and components)
- Work under moderate supervision to perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting and repairs
- Receive parts and perform audits to ensure all necessary parts are available; inspect parts for defects; troubleshoot and improve processes
- Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies and components
- Complete required job documentation (data entry) about progress, work expense and labor details; perform computer programming, repair or software installs, if needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- A high school diploma
- 1–2 years of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience
- Ability to follow standard operation procedures (written and verbal)
- Knowledge of basic hand tools
Preferred Qualifications:
- An Associate’s degree or technical education, certifications or trainings
- A willingness to expand your skills within an analytical/scientific method or operational process
- Solid analytical skills, and an ability to problem-solve using established operating procedures or scientific methods
- ASSEET
- BSEET (DeVry, TSTC)
Physical Requirements:
This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
No
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Technician Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CVS Health13

- Walgreens12

- Caliber10

- Banfield Pet Hospital10

- Jiffy Lube7

Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance13
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Retail6
- Energy2
- Education2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technician jobs across Texas.
- Holds a relevant Texas-recognized certification such as TDLR-issued license or NCCT credential
- Completed an associate degree or accredited vocational program in a technical discipline
- Demonstrates hands-on experience with diagnostic equipment, tools, or technical systems
- Able to read and interpret technical schematics, work orders, or engineering diagrams
- Possesses strong troubleshooting skills with a methodical, safety-first approach
- Comfortable working in regulated environments with documentation and compliance requirements
Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technician in Texas?
The path depends on the specialty, but most technicians in Texas start with an associate degree or certificate from a community college or technical school, then earn a role-specific credential. Many trades and healthcare-adjacent specialties fall under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, which oversees licensing for areas like air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing technology. Some fields, such as surgical technology, are governed by separate boards. Check the relevant Texas licensing body for your specialty before applying.
Which companies hire technicians in Texas?
Texas technician roles are posted by CVS Health, Walgreens, and Caliber and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, aerospace, and large hospital systems means demand is spread across multiple industries rather than tied to a single sector.
Which Texas cities have the most technician jobs?
Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas have the most technician openings in Texas. Houston's dominance comes from its petrochemical refineries, medical center campus, and energy headquarters, while Dallas-Fort Worth's aerospace and technology manufacturing base drives its numbers, and San Antonio's military installations and growing healthcare sector keep it consistently active for technical roles.
Are there remote technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Most technician work is hands-on and site-specific by nature, so fully remote roles are a small slice of the market. About 3% of technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cluster in technical support, quality assurance documentation, and software-adjacent specialties rather than field or clinical roles.
How can I get hired as a technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an apprenticeship or entry-level associate role, and Texas has plenty of structured pipelines to get there. Large health systems like HCA Healthcare and Baylor Scott and White run new graduate and technician trainee programs in surgical, sterile processing, and imaging. Energy companies like Chevron and Valero hire instrumentation and maintenance technician trainees through partnerships with Houston-area community colleges. A TDLR registration or an industry certificate from a Texas technical school gives candidates a clear edge over applicants without credentials.
Where can I find and apply to technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly from the listing.
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