Maintenance Technician Jobs in Buffalo, NY

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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Maintenance Technician

  • Cheektowaga, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Express Employment Professionals is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for a custom applicator manufacturing company located in Buffalo, NY!...

experience including mills, lathes, saws, grinders, etc....

Development Technician II

  • Tonawanda, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies,...

Maintenance Worker

  • Lackawanna, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lackawanna, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Maintenance Worker 166 Martin Rd, Lackawanna, NY 14218, USAReq #533 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Do you enjoy working hands on in your career? Then we may have the position for you! A maintenance...

Maintenance Mechanic A (7A-3:30P, M-F)

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

Perform tight-tolerance machining tasks. 4. Set up and operate all machine shop equipment (saws, drills, mills, lathes, grinders, CNC, etc.). 5....

Development Technician II

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 days ago

Unifrax Development Technician II in Buffalo , New York Job Requirements Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new,...

Maintenance Technician

  • Tonawanda, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (6 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Location: Tonawanda, NY Pay: $20.00-$23.00/hr Description Make ready / turnover units Routine maintenance including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, painting...

Engineering Technician, Battery Remanufacturing Technician

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 4 days ago

Disposition of all non-conforming materials that are produced by the manufacturing line Day to day coverage of production line process, including rapid response on out-of-control processes to minimize...

Sr Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician (1st Shift, Sun-Thurs)

  • Grand Island, NY (8 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Island, NY (8 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Work Schedule First Shift (Days) Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll...

QA Technician

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago

Use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to perform precise inspections. Document inspection results accurately using computer systems....

Maintenance Technician

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Maintenance Technician in Buffalo , New York Buffalo. Maintenance Technician. Philpac Corp. Full Time. Benefits....

Maintenance Engineer 2B License

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Number of Job Openings Available: 0 Date Posted: March 05, 2025 Department: 40008029 Operation of Plant Shift: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per...

Janitorial Technician- 3rd Shift

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right...

Construction Technician, Manufacturing Automation Development

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago

experience including mills, lathes, saws, grinders, etc....

Maintenance Mechanic Helper - FT - Day Shift

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago

and partitions; Assists with the installation and repair of electrical systems; repairs switches, replaces fuses, adjusts motors; tests equipment; Operates power and hand tools such as drills, saw lathes...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Buffalo, NY

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 Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY
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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