Maintenance Technician Jobs in Aurora, IL

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Battery and Charger Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Basic Function: The production line mechanic will be responsible for all production maintenance, including product quality control, line maintenance, and repair of line machinery and equipment....

NPD Technician II (6:00am to 2:30pm)

  • Aurora, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 6 days ago

NPD Technician II In this job you will perform a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical tests/evaluations to analyze, verify, and validate NPD product designs. As an NPD...

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Maintenance Technician - Chicago W38th St. - 1st shift

  • River Grove, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • River Grove, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Maintenance Technician: The production line mechanic will be responsible for all production maintenance, including product quality control, line maintenance, and repair of line machinery and equipment...

Electronic Technician I (2:00pm to 10:30pm) 2nd Shift

  • Westmont, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Electronic Technician I In this job you will be assemble, troubleshoot, connect and test electronic assemblies of basic to moderate complexity. This is a 2nd shift position (2pm-10:30pm) As an...

Operations Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

OUR TEAM IS OUR BEST ASSET About West Liberty Foods West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains...

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

A growing manufacturing company is in need of an experienced industrial mechanic to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical repair, maintenance, and...

Maintenance Tech 2 - (Romeoville, IL)

  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Maintenance Tech 2 - (Romeoville, IL) 565 S Pinnacle Dr, Romeoville, IL 60446, USA Req #5964 Thursday, March 13, 2025 OnTrac is hiring a Maintenance Technician II Conveyor Systems Are you eager to join...

Maintenance Worker

  • Elmhurst, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines....

Field Maintenance Technician

  • Woodridge, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Pay/Benefits Field Maintenance Technician rate of pay is $31.30 per hour....

Engineering Technician II, Pilot Plant

  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago

Develop and document new processes, supporting the scaling of experiments for seamless integration into our production line. Working cross functionally with engineering, production, and R&D....

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • North Aurora, IL (4 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Aurora, IL (4 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Join us as a Maintenance Technician in our North Aurora, IL facility. CNC Repair knowledge is REQUIRED for this role....

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Brookfield, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications & Skills: 4+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in a chemical, manufacturing, or industrial environment....

CNC Maintenance Tech

  • Downers Grove, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Must understand blue prints and schematics to repair facility equipment and production machines. Must work as part of a team within the department and production areas....

Demographic Data for Aurora, IL

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Aurora, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Aurora, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.9%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Aurora, IL
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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