Maintenance Technician - 6K Sign-On Bonus

Daniels Health • Houston, TX

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician services and maintains electro-mechanical equipment, including a robotic washline, autoclaves, boilers, and other equipment supporting local and regional site operations. The position oversees daily cleaning and upkeep of the Houston facility through direct leadership of a custodial employee and develops and trains Maintenance Specialists to support their facilities. The work includes operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining boilers and related systems, as well as production equipment and heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

The role manages a team of 2–3 custodial and entry-level maintenance specialists and may assist with other building leadership functions as business needs require. It provides 24/7 emergency equipment monitoring and support by phone, with rapid remote or on-site response as needed. The typical work week is Monday through Friday, although evening, weekend, and emergency maintenance work may be required.

The position requires a current Grade 3 Stationary Engineer License, which must be maintained during employment. Compensation is listed at $38.89–$43.21 per hour, with a $6,000 sign-on bonus paid in three $2,000 installments after 30 days, 90 days, and six months of employment.

Requirements

• Hold a current Grade 3 Stationary Engineer License and maintain its status throughout employment.
• Have maintenance experience with mechanical assemblies, boilers, autoclaves, and production equipment.
• Be capable of welding and performing basic repair work.
• Be able to identify and repair electrical issues and communicate fault conditions.
• Be able to troubleshoot PLC-controlled machines, including by telephone support.
• Be able to operate engines, boilers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Be able to read gauges, meters, and charts to track boiler operations.
• Be able to monitor and activate boiler water, chemical, and air valves and monitor boiler fuel levels.
• Be proficient with computers, tablets, and smart devices; navigate Excel spreadsheets and computer-based reporting systems such as Maintain-X and Myosh; write reports in MS Word; and maintain computer-based documentation.
• Be capable and willing to respond to emergency maintenance situations, including at night and on weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising employees in entry-level roles.
• Knowledge of medical waste processing center operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of on-site equipment.
• Coordinate with Service and Engineering teams regarding spare parts, travel schedules, and overall support.
• Assemble, align, and install equipment and machine upgrades as needed, adhering to timelines and budgets.
• Provide 24/7 equipment monitoring by phone and respond rapidly to maintenance needs remotely or on-site.
• Routinely inspect equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Manage a team of 2–3 custodial and entry-level maintenance specialists, and assist with other building leadership functions as needed.
• Coordinate planned downtime with facility leadership to complete maintenance activities.
• Record operational, maintenance, and safety data; maintain logs and prepare weekly reports on completed tasks and outstanding items.
• Provide remote support to facilities outside the region to help restore production quickly.
• Maintain the Houston facility’s spare-parts inventory in partnership with plant management.
• Cover for other supervisors and managers during callouts or vacations.
• Operate, monitor, regulate, repair, and shut down boilers and related equipment; monitor meters, gauges, and computerized controls.
• Maintain boilers and equipment, including lubricating moving parts, replacing filters, and repairing or replacing defective components as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match on up to 6% of contributions (up to a 3% employer contribution), matching starting on Day 1, with a five-year vesting schedule.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective Day 1.
• Paid short-term disability.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Wellness resources.
• Professional development opportunities.
• $6,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $2,000 after 30 days, $2,000 after 90 days, and $2,000 after six months of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed