Maintenance Technician Jobs in Joplin, MO

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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Industrial Maintenance Specialist

  • Joplin, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 1 day ago

job title: Industrial Maintenance Specialist Field Service/Industrial Maintenance Specialist Needed for Immediate Opening....

Engineering Technician

  • Joplin, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 1 day ago

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com ABOUT THE POSITION The Product Engineer Technician's functions are to closely work with the battery production line and provide engineering support for...

Industrial Service Technician/Laborer

  • Webb City, MO (4 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Webb City, MO (4 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Our field services include: Vacuum Truck Services, Waste Water Treatment Plant Operation, Maintenance and Cleaning, Industrial Maintenance and Cleaning, Transferring, Handling, and Offloading Bulk Liquids...

Flex Maintenance Technician

  • Neosho, MO (17 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Neosho, MO (17 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Flex Maintenance Technician Pay: $24.00 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour Shift & Working Hours: This role is part of our Flex Manufacturing Program....

Debone Machine Tech

  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 6 days ago

**Must have Machine Operator experience!...

Technician II

  • Asbury, MO (14 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Asbury, MO (14 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Wind Turbine Technician II At Vestas, we live our company values of Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion. In an innovative and evolving industry, we change quickly to meet the...

Controls Technician

  • Joplin, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 12 days ago

areas: PLC's HMI's, process instrumentation, machine controls systems, VFD's, servo drives, robotics, power distribution ( Experience with B&R and Beckhoff Controls a plus Experience in a manufacturing...

Maintenance Tech Multi Craft (Claxton)

  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Job Category: Intern, Manufacturing/Operations Job Family: Maintenance, Plant Production, Sanitation, Student Intern Job Description: Maintenance Tech Multi Craft (Claxton) Carthage, Missouri...

Maintenance Technician (4x10 night)

  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Carthage, MO (12 miles from Joplin, MO)
  • 18 days ago

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for supporting production needs by ensuring the machines are properly maintained and repaired in a timely manner....

Maintenance Technician

  • Joplin, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 21 days ago

Maintenance Technician Industrial & Manufacturing $ 31.50 / Hour location_on Joplin, Missouri work_outline Direct Hire favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Position Summary: The Maintenance...

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

  • Joplin, MO
  • 22 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 22 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...

Maintenance Mechanic- Night Shift

  • Joplin, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 26 days ago

Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Joplin, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 26 days ago

This position works within the Maintenance Department and provides industrial maintenance and troubleshooting services to various production lines and support equipment the High Street Plant....

Logistics Technician, Blue Buffalo

  • Joplin, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 26 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...

MBE Engineering Technician

  • Joplin, MO
  • 27 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 27 days ago

Partnerships may be with customers, distributors, machine shops, tool manufactures, educational facilities, governance bodies, software and component manufactures....

Demographic Data for Joplin, MO

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Joplin, MO

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 Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO
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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