Job Description

Overview

The Maintenance Technician position at FCC Environmental Services involves performing preventative maintenance and repairs on fixed equipment in the Material Recovery Facility Waste Facility under the supervision of the Plant Maintenance Manager. The company values passion and customer focus, aiming to deliver world-class solutions in a diverse work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose or troubleshoot mechanical problems using charts, technical manuals, and expertise.
  • Perform repairs and maintenance on recycling and C&D equipment to maximize safe and productive operations.
  • Replace conveyor belts, electrical motors, hydraulic cylinders, and other mechanical parts.
  • Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock, anticipating needs, placing orders, and verifying receipt.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and electrical tools.
  • Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
  • Cut with torch and weld.
  • Repair and install plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures.
  • Work at heights using Aerial Working Platforms.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • At least 3-5 years of industrial experience, training, or a combination.
  • Strong background in hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting and repair.
  • Skills in setup, repair, and maintenance of electronic systems 12v-480v.
  • PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficient with OXY/Acet torch.
  • Proficient in all welding processes.
  • Experience working with heavy-duty conveyors, performing repairs and maintenance.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  • CMMS software experience preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Mechanical or trade school certificate.
  • Must be willing to work any shift and some weekends.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Work Schedule: 4am - 12pm
  • Location: Houston, TX

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO

How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Houston, TX currently run a median of $32/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$41/hr across 93 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Houston, TX

We're tracking 344 other active welding openings in Houston, TX right now, from 194 different employers. 138 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,245 other active welding openings from 549 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Houston, or widen the search to Texas.

FCC Environmental Services currently has 1 other opening live in Texas, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Austin Industries (39), Zachry Group (30), and Welding Shop in Houston, TX (22). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Old Sixth Ward at $40/hr, Arlington at $39/hr, and Dallas at $36/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

Similar openings near Houston, TX

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