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Weekend Unix Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Provides support during weekday and weekend shifts on a rotational basis to ensure round-the-clock ... Experience working with UNIX/Linux platforms - Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and AWS platform

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How much do weekend unix jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend unix in Houston, TX is $58.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.76 and $64.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Unix vs Weekend Linux?

AspectWeekend UnixWeekend Linux
CertificationsUnix certifications (e.g., UNIX System Administrator)Linux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA)
Work EnvironmentProprietary Unix systems in enterprise settingsOpen-source Linux systems in diverse environments
Industry UsageFinancial, telecommunications, and large enterprisesWeb hosting, cloud services, and startups
Common Search IntentUnix system administration rolesLinux system administration roles

Weekend Unix and Weekend Linux roles share similarities in system administration and require comparable certifications. However, Unix roles often focus on proprietary systems used in large enterprises, while Linux roles emphasize open-source environments popular in startups and cloud services. Both roles involve managing servers, troubleshooting, and ensuring system stability, but the choice depends on the specific operating system environment preferred by the employer.

What job categories do people searching Weekend Unix jobs in Houston, TX look for? The top searched job categories for Weekend Unix jobs in Houston, TX are:
What cities near Houston, TX are hiring for Weekend Unix jobs? Cities near Houston, TX with the most Weekend Unix job openings:
Infographic showing various Weekend Unix job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 26% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,634 per year, or $58.5 per hour.

Need Production Support Engineer - TX / OH / NJ - W2 / 1099

Radiantze

Texas City, TX • On-site

$36 - $46.75/hr

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Job description

Role: Production Support Engineer with Java
Location: NJ / TX / OH
Duration: Long Term
Required Skills:
  • Java, J2EE
  • Spring Boot
  • SQL (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
  • Linux/Unix Commands
  • Shell Scripting
  • REST APIs
  • Production Support & Incident Management
  • Monitoring Tools (Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics, ELK)
  • ITIL Process Knowledge
  • Git, Maven
Job Description:
  • Provide L2/L3 production support for Java-based applications.
  • Monitor application performance and troubleshoot production issues.
  • Analyze logs, identify root causes, and implement fixes.
  • Handle incident, problem, and change management activities.
  • Work with development teams to resolve application defects.
  • Perform code fixes, enhancements, and deployments when required.
  • Write and optimize SQL queries for data analysis and issue resolution.
  • Support application releases and ensure system stability.
  • Create RCA (Root Cause Analysis) documents for critical incidents.
  • Participate in on-call support and weekend deployments as needed.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.