Maintenance Technician Jobs in Sunnyvale, CA

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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Manufacturing Equip Maint Lead Technician

  • Sanmina SCI
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Category (For Job Seekers) Manufacturing/Operations Location 13331 - EMS 60 Plumeria San Jose CA US - San Jose, CA 95134 US (Primary) Job Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a...

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PMC Technician 2

  • Intuitive
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive....

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Service Technician I

  • PureTec Industrial Water
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: San Jose CA - San Jose, CA 95112Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $28.00 - $34.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayService Technician Join Puretec Industrial...

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Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

  • San Leandro, CA (23 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (23 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly comes in. We’re seekin...

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PIC Manufacturing Test Technician

  • Nokia Corporation
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 5 days ago

View More Jobs PIC Manufacturing Test Technician United States Job Family Description Individual contributor technician position responsible for building and maintaining optical device...

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Controls Technician III

  • Lyten
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience integrating and troubleshooting machine vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds....

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Formulation Technician II

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 6 days ago

Work Schedule Second Shift (Afternoons) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting,...

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Production And Industrial - Formulation Technician I

  • Mindlance
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 11 days ago

Production and Industrial - Formulation Technician I#26-14711 $24.00-$25.30 per hour Sunnyvale, CA Onsite Job Description Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience:...

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Field Service Technician - Fremont, CA

  • Industrial Electric Mfg, Inc.
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Back to jobs Field Service Technician - Fremont, CA Fremont, California, United States Apply At IEM, we're not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we're shaping the future....

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Field Service Technician (Santa Clara, CA)

  • INFICON
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Company DescriptionINFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and...

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Technician

  • Teledyne Technologies
  • Mountain View, CA (2 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (2 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace...

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Mechanical Lab Technician

  • Amphenol TCS
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Role & Responsibilities Wire Processing: Operate and maintain a wire cut-to-length machine Accurately measure and cut a variety of wire types and gauges Perform basic quality control to ensure precision...

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Wafer Finishing/Cleaning Technician (Day Shift)

  • Diamond Foundry
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have...

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Metrology Technician

  • Diamond Foundry
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare samples from the production line as well as R&D for requested characterization....

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Process Characterization Technician

  • 101 Bloom Energy
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Multiple Shifts Available: A1: Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00am - 6:00pm A2 Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, alternate Wednesday - 6:00pm-6:00am B1 Shift: Thursday - Saturday,...

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Demographic Data for Sunnyvale, CA

Moving to Sunnyvale, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Sunnyvale, CA below.


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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Sunnyvale, CA

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 Sunnyvale, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.3%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Sunnyvale, CA
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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