Maintenance Technician Jobs in Iowa City, IA

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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Quality Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 1 hour ago

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office · Knowledge of tools, concepts and methodologies of QA · Knowledge of how to read blue print drawings · Knowledge of basic measurement tools such as calipers...

Equipment Service Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 21 hours ago

Provides learning experience for both customer and EPE plant personnel on machine operation....

CPS Service Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 1 day ago

CPS Service Technician CPS Service Technician BH Job ID: BH-2242-1 SF Job Req ID: CPS Service Technician Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities....

Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

  • West Liberty, IA (14 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Liberty, IA (14 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 1 day 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...

Maintenance Tech

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 2 days ago

Randstad is now actively looking for INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHS to start at a manufacturing facility in Iowa City, IA!...

Chemical Technician I

  • Coralville, IA (4 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Coralville, IA (4 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team...

Electronic Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Employee Type: Full time Location: IA Cedar Rapids Job Type: Production Maintenance Job Posting Title: Electronic Technician About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of...

Quality Assurance Lead Lab Technician

  • West Liberty, IA (14 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Liberty, IA (14 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 6 days 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...

Maintenance Mechanic/Technician - Day Shift

  • West Liberty, IA (14 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Liberty, IA (14 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: We are looking for someone that loves to work with their hands and troubleshoot machines when they break down....

Master Maintenance Worker

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Master Maintenance Worker for the College Community School District Hourly Rate and Hours: Starting hourly wage: $25.70 per hour Up to 10 years previous experience in similar role given 12 Month...

Service Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Service Technician Goodwin Tucker Group Location: Des Moines, IA Reports to: Service Manager About Goodwin Tucker Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, The Goodwin Tucker Group is the go-to company...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago

Extrusion Blow Molding machines, Stretch Blow Molding machines, Injection Molding machines, packaging systems, automated palletizers) and general facility maintenance....

Automotive Maintenance Technician

  • Coralville, IA (4 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Coralville, IA (4 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 13 days ago

STOP looking for a job and START investing in your career as a Maintenance Technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care!...

Maintenance Technician III

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 13 days ago

FedEx is considering multiple levels (I-III & Specialist) of the Maintenance Technician job family for this posting....

Controls Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (23 miles from Iowa City, IA)
  • 13 days ago

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue...

Demographic Data for Iowa City, IA

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Iowa City, IA

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 Iowa City, IA 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 Iowa City, IA
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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