Maintenance and Repair Technician 

Location: Katy, TX
Recruiter: This position is being recruited by Express Employment Professionals for a client in Katy, Texas.

Position Details

• Pay Rate: $19.00 – $20.00/hour
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire
• Interview Required: Yes
• Dress Code: Jeans and polo
• Required PPE: Steel-toe shoes required

Position Summary

The Level 1 Automation Technician supports daily production by performing basic equipment care, routine preventive maintenance, and first-level troubleshooting. This role ensures machines and work areas remain clean, safe, and fully operational.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of production flow and floor operations, along with the ability to assist the maintenance team with preventive maintenance and minor repairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Cleaning:
  Perform daily and shift-based cleaning of automation equipment, sensors, conveyors, guarding, and surrounding areas to maintain uptime and prevent contamination.

• Preventive Maintenance Routines:
  Complete scheduled maintenance tasks such as lubrication, filter changes, visual inspections, tightening fasteners, and checking wear components.

• Basic Troubleshooting:
  Identify and resolve simple issues including jams, misalignments, loose connections, and sensor blockages when possible.

• Area Cleaning & Organization (5S):
  Maintain clean and organized work areas by sweeping, wiping surfaces, removing debris, and organizing tools and materials.

• Production Support:
  Assist in maintaining production flow, respond quickly to downtime, and communicate issues to operators and senior technicians.

• Documentation:
  Record preventive maintenance completion, downtime events, and repair actions in logs or CMMS systems.

• Safety Compliance:
  Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE usage, and safe work practices at all times.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to use hand tools and recognize worn components
• Basic electrical awareness (sensors, wiring, low-voltage components—no live electrical work)
• Understanding of production processes and machine interaction across workflows
• Strong attention to detail to identify early signs of wear, leaks, or misalignment
• Effective communication skills to report issues clearly to team members

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates or individuals with 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or machine operation preferred
• Technical school training or maintenance coursework is a plus but not required
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods and lift as needed
• Reliable, team-oriented, and safety-focused