Maintenance Technician I Maintenance - Admin
Builders FirstSource · Carrollton, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Builders FirstSource (industrial) in Carrollton, TX. Conduct safety inspections to identify and address potential hazards or compliance issues.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Texas: typical posted base $51k–$67k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 225 maintenance technician openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Texas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 234 other live reliability postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Typical $89k–$111k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 50%
- Welding 37%
- PLC 29%
- Root cause 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Perform routine preventive maintenance (PM) services and multi-point safety inspections on adiverse fleet, including tractors, trailers (truss roll-off, flatbed, and gooseneck), straight trucks(including demountable boxes), and light-duty gas & diesel vehicles, and forklifts including trailermounted lifts•Conduct routine maintenance on a variety of vehicles, including trucks, vans, and specializedequipment. Perform oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and other preventivemaintenance tasks.•Execute scheduled oil, filter, and fluid changes in accordance with maintenance schedules andmanufacturer recommendations.•Lubricate chassis components, fifth wheels, and other moving parts to maintain properperformance and minimize wear.••Check, adjust, and maintain tire pressures and tread depths to meet operational and safetyrequirements. • Conduct safety inspections to identify and address potential hazards or compliance issues. Ensure vehicles meet safety and emissions standards. • Assist with keeping maintenance records updated by completing entire PM sheet and clocking on and off repair orders and jobs to accurately record time. Inform Lead Tech, Supervisor, or Manager of any shortages in shop supplies or parts inventory. • Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs performed, including parts used, labor hours, and equipment condition. Complete service reports and maintenance logs. • Respond to breakdowns and emergencies promptly. Perform on-site repairs. • Keep tools and equipment in good working condition and report any issues or needs for replacement. Maintain a clean and organized work area. • Adhere to all company policies and safety regulations. Stay up to date with industry standards and best practices for fleet maintenance. • Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. • Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. •High school diploma or equivalent to general education degree (GED) •1 – 2 years of related experience including vocational training in automotive, or diesel mechanics preferred •Or 2-3 years equivalent combination of education and experience. •Possession of relevant certifications, such as ASE or equivalent is a plus •Valid driver’s license, adhere to DOT regulations, CDL Commercial is a plus COMPETENCIES •Ethical Conduct •Problem Solving/Analysis •Technical Capacity •Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship •Knowledge of industry safety practices •Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of hand and power tools •Language Skills-The ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and torecognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. The abilityto print and speak simple sentences. •Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to document work and communicate withteam members and government agencies. •Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to resolve technical issues. •Reasoning Ability-Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolvedwritten or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables instandardized situations. •Knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to work safely in a shop environment. Familiaritywith safety regulations for vehicle maintenance. •Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair complex issues.Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SUPERVISORY
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