What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at AMERI-CANS?
Who We Are:
Founded in 2020, AMERI-CANS is a fast-growing, veteran-owned enterprise established by Marine Corps veterans who have firsthand knowledge of the critical importance of field sanitation. Headquartered in Manassas Park, VA, the company’s growth has expanded beyond the DMV area and now includes Indiana, South Carolina, and Ohio, with Texas as our newest mission-critical branch—a no-nonsense focus on execution, adaptability, and relentless problem-solving fuels our expansion. We are mission-driven, and our success enables us to support fellow Veterans and Gold Star families in honoring our shared service and their sacrifice. We are continually seeking veterans pursuing their post-service ambitions and talented individuals with an unwavering desire to succeed and grow with us.
Job Description:
Training for this position will take place at our Haskell, TX location. The training period will be 30–60 days, and mileage will be reimbursed.
AMERI-CANS is looking to hire a full-time Maintenance Technician at our new location in Wichita Falls, TX. This is a critical role supporting the setup and ongoing operations of our latest branch site. The Maintenance Technician will be hands-on with restroom trailers, sea-can restroom units, pumps, HVAC, and electrical systems. This role is crucial in ensuring uptime, troubleshooting field issues, training junior staff, and developing reliable systems that meet the high standards of our clients.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Perform routine and emergency repairs on restroom trailers, sea-can units, and related equipment
- Install, service, and troubleshoot plumbing systems, freshwater/waste pumps, valves, and hoses
- Conduct preventative maintenance on HVAC units, water heaters, and electrical systems in trailers
- Fabricate or repair using welding, carpentry, and minor engine repair as needed
- Deploy on field calls for urgent repairs to keep units operational
- Support site setup with tool cage, shelving, washer/dryer installs, and spare parts staging
- Maintain and organize tools, shop equipment, and service parts inventory
- Operate equipment, including skid steer, forklift, telehandler, and non-CDL trucks (standard shift)
- Mentor and partner with an Assistant Maintenance Technician to ensure redundancy and team coverage
- Maintain accurate repair logs and communicate with the operations team to schedule downtime and repairs
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Mechanical aptitude across plumbing, electrical (AC/DC), HVAC, and carpentry
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred
- Small engine repair/general mechanic skills required
- Equipment operation experience, including skid steer, forklift, and non-CDL trucks
- Familiarity with water pumps, hoses, and cam-lock fitting
- Preventive automotive maintenance and diagnostics skills
- Willingness to work in a remote environment and adapt to evolving site requirements
- Must pass background check; U.S. citizenship required for some client sites
Abilities:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time, bend, twist, reach, stoop, and crouch
- Perform essential duties with minimal or no supervision
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs and drag 185 lbs
- Comfortable working in outdoor and warehouse environments in Texas conditions
Job Type: Full-time
Competitive Benefits:
- Benefits include medical, dental, and vision
- Company-matched 401k
- Company paid STD & Accident supplemental
- Company paid Life AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (10 days)
- Paid Sick Time (4 days)
- Personal Days (4 days)
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Unlimited growth potential as we take the business to the next level
- Professional development and training with senior maintenance staff
EEOC Disclaimer:
AMERI-CANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This position requires 30 to 90 days of training at our Haskell, TX location prior to assignment in the Wichita Falls, TX region. Are you able to meet this requirement?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21