Maintenance Technician - (Houston Plant) - Grade 2 Boiler License

Maintenance Technician - (Houston Plant) - Grade 2 Boiler License

Location: Houston, TX - 250 Gellhorn Dr.

Schedule: Full-time | On-site | Day Shift + Flexibility Required (6am-3pm)

Pay: $30-$42/hour (based on experience and license level)

Status: Non-Remote

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance, installation and repairs of wastewater plant's mechanical equipment including gas and diesel engines, heat exchangers, fans, valves, compressors, storage tanks, pumps of various types, overhead cranes and hoists. The Maintenance Technician plays an integral role in the daily functions of the wastewater cleaning facility.

Make a Real Impact with Liquid Environmental Solutions

At Liquid Environmental Solutions, we don't just treat wastewater - we protect water, health, and the environment every single day. We're looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician with a City of Houston Grade 2 Stationary Engineer License to support and safeguard our Houston plant operations.

This is a high-responsibility, mechanically focused role where your license is not just a checkbox - it's a requirement for operational compliance. If you enjoy working with your hands, solving mechanical challenges, and ensuring critical systems run safely and efficiently, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Boiler System Oversight
• Operate and maintain high-pressure boiler systems in full compliance with City of Houston regulations
• Perform routine checks, minor repairs, and lead safety inspections of all boiler components
• Mechanical Systems Maintenance
• Diagnose and repair plant equipment including Gorman-Rupp and Air-Operated Diaphragm pumps, motors, air compressors, valves, tanks, and flowmeters
• Conduct preventive maintenance on plant infrastructure (piping, tanks, valves)
• Treatment Equipment Operation
• Learn and maintain DAF units, Tricanter centrifuges, sludge systems, and level indicators
• Participate in water sampling, sludge control, and waste processing
• Electrical and Fabrication
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and interact with PLC control panels
• Weld or fabricate railings, stairs, and tank supports as needed
• Facility Maintenance & Support
• Collaborate with operators, supervisors, and technicians to maintain uptime and safety
• Assist with environmental safety initiatives and structural upkeep

What You'll Need

• Must obtain City of Houston Grade 2 Stationary Engineer License within six months of hire.
• 3-5 years' experience in mechanical maintenance in industrial, wastewater, or utility settings
• Strong skills in pump/valve maintenance, electrical systems (LOTO/troubleshooting), and piping infrastructure
• Welding/fabrication experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with sludge processing, DAF systems, or similar wastewater tools is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $30-$40/hr., depending on experience and license
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing technical training and opportunities for growth
• Mission-driven work culture focused on sustainability, safety, and service

You'll Thrive Here If…

You take pride in your craft.

You're dependable and self-motivated.

You want to be part of something bigger than just a job.

Apply Today

If you're licensed, mechanically skilled, and ready to be part of Houston's environmental protection team - we'd love to talk.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• City of Houston Boiler License (Required)

Work Location: In person

This job description in no way states of implies these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in the position. Employees will be required to follow any other legal or ethical job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.