Maintenance Technician

Surge Staffing

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Houston, TX Until 9/26/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 28, 2026 Last posted July 28, 2026
Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support equipment reliability and production uptime in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on hydraulic systems and industrial equipment
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and mechanical issues
  • Maintain and repair diesel-powered forklifts and material handling equipment
  • Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance
  • Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime
  • Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards
  • Document maintenance activities and report ongoing issues

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
  • Strong knowledge of hydraulics and electrical troubleshooting
  • Experience working on diesel-powered forklifts required
  • Ability to work extended hours, including overtime and weekends
  • Strong problem-solving and mechanical skills
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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About this role

Summary

Maintain and repair industrial equipment, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, ensure safety compliance.

Job title

Maintenance Technician

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

industrial

Location requirements

Houston, TX; on-site required

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

hydraulicselectrical troubleshootingdiesel-powered forklifts

Preferred skills

bilingual

Specializations

hydraulicselectrical troubleshootingdiesel-powered forklifts
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Houston, TX, USA

On-site City