Maintenance Technician jobs near you

Maintenance is the trade for people who like fixing what nobody else can. Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic — a little of everything, all day.

Typical pay: $23–$38 an hour, higher on off-shifts and in food and pharma plants.

Open maintenance technician roles right now (5)

What the day actually looks like

  • Respond to breakdowns and get the line running again.
  • Run preventive maintenance routes and log findings.
  • Rebuild gearboxes, pumps, conveyors and drives.
  • Keep spares and documentation straight.

How people get in

  • Automotive, diesel and HVAC experience transfers directly.
  • Plants hire helpers and train — ask about the PM route.
  • Adding electrical troubleshooting doubles the postings you qualify for.

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