Maintenance Technician Jobs in Central, SC

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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Field Service Industrial Maintenance Technician Senior

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....

Entry Level Kia Technician

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 hours ago

Join our team: The Anderson Automotive Group is looking for entry level technicians at our KIA of Greenville SC Location. Come join us for an opportunity to jump in and kickstart your career today...

Quality Technician

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 6 hours ago

May inspect outgoing and production line parts and materials....

Sanitation Technician

  • Liberty, SC (6 miles from Central, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, SC (6 miles from Central, SC)
  • 1 day ago

parts - ensures that they are sanitized - air dry larger machine parts; Cleans other plant areas per master sanitation schedule; Uses motorized pallet jack, scissor lift, and fork lift to access or...

MFG MAINTENANCE MECHANIC ($26.40 Starting Pay)

  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Set up and use of machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press and milling machine to repair or fabricate parts....

Engineering Technician Intern or CO-OP - Machine Build

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Education and Experience: Seeking current students of Engineering, Machine Tool Technology, or Mechatronics Associate Engineering Programs....

CMM/Metrology Technician

  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago

JOB SUMMARY A Metrology professional responsible for creating inspection programs for coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and use of additional metrology tools....

Field Service Technician

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago

technician Service Construction Hand tool Electronics Blueprint Wiring Preventive maintenance Hydraulics Field service Installation HVAC Production Install General labor Test equipment Power tool Logistics...

Maintenance Technician

  • Easley, SC (16 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Easley, SC (16 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Maintenance Technician Maintenance Easley, South Carolina Professional Direct Hire Mar 3, 2025 Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift Are you a skilled Maintenance Technician with a passion for mechanical...

Coatings Technician

  • Piedmont, SC (18 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Piedmont, SC (18 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with...

Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)

  • Piedmont, SC (18 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Piedmont, SC (18 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

JTEKT Automotive South Carolina Inc Maintenance Technician (Night Shift) in Piedmont , South Carolina eam Leader - Maintenance Night shift JTEKT Automotive, 1866 Old Grove Rd, PIEDMONT, South Carolina...

Site Manufacturing Injection Technician

  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

machine OEE is improved: Work in 3 shift....

Manufacturing Maintenance Tech II

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary The Maintenance Technician Level II is responsible for the maintenance of manufacturing machinery and facilities related equipment....

Microbiology Technician III Weekend Nights

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth...

Microbiology Technician III 3rd shift

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth...

Demographic Data for Central, SC

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Central, SC

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 Central, SC 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 Central, SC
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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