Maintenance Technician

Are you a hands‑on problem solver who thrives on keeping production equipment running at peak performance? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people. As our new Maintenance Technician , you will be providing critical technical expertise to troubleshoot, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing equipment and facilities, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well‑being, and a sense of belonging. What you will be doing As a key part of the Maintenance & Facilities team, you'll create impact by driving equipment reliability and factory performance through preventive maintenance programs, automation improvements, and cost reduction initiatives that directly support our Ignite '27 strategy. Your main responsibilities include: Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime, liaising with third‑party suppliers for purchasing or repair jobs as needed. Implement and maintain Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) programs for all factory equipment, assembly lines, and testing facilities. Drive continuous improvement of factory workflows through process automation, yield improvement, and cost reduction projects. Support new assembly projects, engineering works, and production equipment setup and commissioning. Participate in facilities projects including daily maintenance, mechanical repairs, and infrastructure upkeep. Adhere to all EHS requirements, including proper waste disposal, spill response, material handling, and environmental compliance procedures. What makes you a great fit Above all, you are a skilled maintenance professional with strong mechanical aptitude, a proactive approach to preventive maintenance, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production teams. We would also imagine that you have: 5+ years of relevant experience in facility and machine maintenance within the manufacturing industry. Knowledge of Good Engineering Practices and maintenance programs (reliability‑centered, preventive, predictive). Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, indicators) and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Advanced math skills including geometry and algebra for material fabrication calculations, plus ability to operate hand tools and forklifts. It is a plus if you also have: Knowledge of factory mutual requirements, operational support, and capacity management. Experience with automation systems and production line optimization. Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa). The salary range for this position is $21.50 to $28 USD hourly. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. Certain roles are eligible to earn sales incentives based revenue or utilization. To learn more about our benefits, please visit: Grundfos Benefits. Why you will love working here A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours and parental support. Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well‑being activities. Three days’ additional paid leave for volunteering in your community. Access to on‑demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities. We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can’t. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds. Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io . We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. Job Location: Brookshire, Texas, United States | Houston, Texas, United States Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role. An inclusive team We believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion. #J-18808-Ljbffr Grundfos GmbH