Maintenance Technician Jobs in Salem, VA

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 Technician

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

WSLS

Maintenance Engineer

  • WSLS
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • WSLS
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Team as a Broadcast Engineer at WSLS! At WSLS, a proud member of the Graham Media Group, we uphold our core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Passion as the driving force...

Fleet Maintenance Worker III

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

Examples of Duties What You'll Do: Operate essential equipment: Street sweepers, dump trucks, riding/push mowers, forklifts, chippers, and even ice resurfacing machines....

Quality Technician

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago

This position will monitor the quality of the products produced on the production line and provide feedback to supervisors on product quality issues....

Facility Maint. Mechanic II - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: POSITION COMES WITH A $5000 SIGN ON BONUS Experienced Maintenance Generalist. Performs a variety of basic and intermediate mechanical & preventive...

Maintenance Technician

  • Vinton, VA (18 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vinton, VA (18 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Aerotek is hiring for Industrial Maintenance Technician. This is a great opportunity to get into the industrial maintenance industry....

Maintenance Specialist II - Facilities

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 6 days ago

make fine distinctions in sound Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating machines...

Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 7 days ago

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION · Three years or more experience in general Industrial Maintenance. · Requires skills and experience in all these Industrial Maintenance areas: Electrical Systems, Electronic...

Maintenance Worker - Urgent Vacancies

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago

un Maintenance Worker - Urgent Vacancies compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Connecting, disconnecting, testing, repairing, maintaining Company and customer-provided equipment, inside...

Maintenance Mechanic - Hiring Immediately

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago

un Maintenance Mechanic - Hiring Immediately compensation: Earn up to $120,000 per year Responsibilities: Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, including mechanical and electrical...

Bus Maintenance Specialist

  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA (17 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 8 days ago

requirements Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels Work requires operating machines...

Field Service Technician

  • Salem, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 9 days ago

Must have the ability to repair Caterpillar and competitive components and machines. Demonstrate the ability to learn and apply new knowledge....

EHSS Technician

  • Salem, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 11 days ago

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our...

Maintenance Engineer

  • Daleville, VA (14 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Daleville, VA (14 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 11 days ago

for the production line and auxiliary equipment Ensure that the production line and auxiliar equipment are working properly, replacing broken / faulty equipment whenever necessary, order in case of...

Industrial Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Industrial Maintenance Technician needed on 2nd shift for a local warehouse located in Roanoke, VA You will be working on Industrial Machines, tooling & dies experience is a plus but not required, helping...

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Biomedical Equipment: Repair, Maintenance and Healthcare Technology Management
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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Salem, VA

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 Salem, VA 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 Salem, VA
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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