Warehouse Technician Full Time Houston, TX Description National HME, Inc. is the one of the nation's largest direct service durable medical equipment providers offering services from more than 50 full-service branch locations and additional network providers. Do you have a heart for helping people? Are you looking for a rewarding work opportunity? If so, please consider applying to join our team at National HME! We are looking for compassionate individuals who want to make a difference in our patients' lives. National HME, Inc. is now accepting applications for a Warehouse Technician for our location in Houston, TX. Essential Job Functions Dispose of soiled or contaminated supplies per infection control policies. Clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment in a timely manner. Follow all infection-control procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) while handling contaminated or potentially contaminated equipment and/or supplies. Follow all disinfectant/sterilizing agent manufacturers’ use instructions and safety precautions. Keep cleaning area free from contamination and in compliance with infection control policies and/or procedures. Properly mark and cover cleaned equipment. Mix cleaning solutions and diluted acids per manufacturers’ label instructions. Assist Delivery Drivers, when necessary, in preparing, loading and unloading trucks/vans. Document all cleaning/disinfection work on appropriate forms and keep all documentation in an orderly manner. Maintain the cleaning, service, and maintenance of all dirty equipment. Assist in all unloading of dirty equipment into the designated area every morning. Communicate with customer service about any rental equipment returns. Ensure all equipment in dirty area is completely processed appropriately every day. Ensure all warehouse floors are swept and mopped every day. Complete all required DME Train education, certification, and competency testing. Complete oxygen refill procedures and also document and log properly according to procedure. Report all low equipment stock to warehouse supervisor. Review emergency procedure policy annually. Always remember to protect the patients' information when in the field and on the phone. Requirements Inspect all staff wears NHME approved clothing and ID every day. Always wear the proper safety equipment and PPE according to procedure. Use proper body mechanics when lifting all equipment. Perform cleaning, 10-minute germicidal spray, and electrical testing on all equipment. Clean and organize dirty areas at all times. Wash and dry all dirty rags every day. Ensure that all serviced equipment is properly documented into Bonafide every day. National HME is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. National HME makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Every day, our team members make an impact on the lives of others within their communities. They are compassionate, caring, and friendly and provide comfort to those in hospice care. You will go home every day knowing that you made someone’s life better. If you are looking for work with a purpose, come join our growing team and make a difference!
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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.
Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.
For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.
Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.
Houston Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of
$10.97/hr ($22,818/yr).
The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr
(25th–75th percentile).
Entry Level (10th)$20,613/yr
Houston Median$22,818/yr
Experienced (90th)$30,597/yr
vs. National Median-34.6%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area).
Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.