Maintenance Technician Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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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Senior Maintenance Technician

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts; may be required to travel to remote sites on short notice....

Field Service Maintenance Technician Senior

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 days ago

May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

Maintenance Technician III

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Four (4) years of experience in industrial maintenance environment troubleshooting PLC software, I/O, and field devices and working with mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems preferred....

Warehouse Skilled Maintenance Technician - Weekend Shift

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 hours ago

Mentor and train General Maintenance Technicians on repairs and procedures Able to work with autonomy to achieve department goals and identify needs Ability to recognize codes on scanners and troubleshoot...

General Maintenance Technician

  • Oaks, PA (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Oaks, PA (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title: General Maintenance Technician Job Description We are seeking a skilled General Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of general maintenance duties for the interior and exterior of...

Equipment Service Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 22 hours ago

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

Maintenance Worker Utility

  • Media, PA (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Media, PA (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties include: Operate various types of scrubbing, buffing, and shampooing equipment such as scrubbing machine, vacuum, wet-dry pick-up machine, etc., and hand tools, as required Sweep, scrub, strip...

Maintenance Tech

  • Kimberton, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kimberton, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician in our Kimberton, PA Plant....

Senior Calibration Technician - Laboratory

  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Join the Pharmaceutical Calibrations and Instrumentation (PCI) team! We are seeking a Senior Calibration Technician with experience in laboratory instruments, especially HPLC and chromatography to...

Lead Maintenance Engineer (Refrigeration)- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

A Lead Engineer is responsible for maintaining the physical functionality and safety of the facility in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial...

Packaging Senior Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

You will work as part of a multi-skilled team to maintain and continuously improve packaging equipment, delivering and maintaining World Class packing line performance....

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician

  • Penns Grove, NJ (22 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Penns Grove, NJ (22 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Opportunity Summary The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician will be responsible for performing a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks, including welding, machining, and troubleshooting machinery...

Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice

  • West Chester, PA (23 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Chester, PA (23 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice (FMTA), under the direction and supervision of journey-level managers, supervisors and team members, assists with and learns to perform...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

May inspect and test completed units by utilizing appropriate measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, scales, and gauges....

Fleet Maintenance Technician (NO CDL) - 5001106525806

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

PBNA $33.11 / hourGreat Pay & Benefits Package! World Class Equipment, Technology & Training Target Pay of $33.11 Benefits -- Medical, vision and dental starting Day 1! Company-provided retirement...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA
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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