Maintenance Technician Jobs in Jackson, GA

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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Sr Maintenance Technician - Electrician

  • USA - 3390 Baxalta U.S., Inc.
  • Covington, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Covington, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 hours ago

Often will be assigned to work with a less experienced, utilities or maintenance technician. Primarily interacts with Plant Engineering Department personnel....

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Maintenance Technician (Hiring Event)

  • FGXI Corporate
  • McDonough, GA (15 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (15 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 2 days ago

GENERAL FUNCTION The Maintenance Technician / Millwright is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and equipment in an optical lens manufacturing environment...

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Maintenance Technician 2 - E1

  • Target
  • Hampton, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hampton, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 4 days ago

You will collaborate with Maintenance Technician 3s and Senior Systems Engineers to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures....

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Maintenance Mechanic

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Jackson, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, GA
  • 4 days ago

Troubleshoots and repairs conveyor system: repair electrical and mechanical components; may troubleshoot Graphical Monitoring System (GMS); troubleshoots and repairs sortview controller, programmable...

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Commercial HVAC Technician

  • MAC
  • Covington, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Covington, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Proficiency with refrigeration tools, vacuum pumps, recovery machines, digital gauges, and diagnostic software. Ability to diagnose electrical and communication issues in networked HVAC systems....

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Maintenance Technician 2 - L3

  • Target
  • Hampton, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hampton, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 7 days ago

You will collaborate with Maintenance Technician 3s and Senior Systems Engineers to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures....

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Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

  • Crown Equipment Corporation
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 8 days 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...

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Pharmacy IT Support Technician I

  • VetSource
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Schedule and communicate maintenance windows for production line downtime to appropriate teams....

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Maintenance Specialist

  • Pactiv Evergreen
  • Covington, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Covington, GA (19 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 15 days ago

Must be knowledgeable in pneumatics, blue prints/schematic readings, PLC's, VFD's, HMI's, and fabrication....

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Team Lead Resident Maintenance Technician

  • Knapp
  • Locust Grove, GA (8 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Locust Grove, GA (8 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 days ago

Repairman, or Industrial Maintenance Engineering Verifiable experience providing repairs on various types of machinery systems, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems....

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Resident Maintenance Technician

  • Knapp
  • Locust Grove, GA (8 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Locust Grove, GA (8 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 days ago

education, training and experience 0-3 years direct experience preferred 0-3 years demonstrated experience in providing repairs on various types of machinery systems, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic...

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Maintenance Technician (Jonesboro, GA, US, 30236)

  • CRH Plc.
  • Jonesboro, GA (24 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jonesboro, GA (24 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 19 days ago

vocational school certification or equivalent in training or experience Ability to read and interpret instructions and operations manuals and follow step by step instructions Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics...

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DC Maintenance Technician- Forklift Repair

  • Home Depot
  • Locust Grove, GA (8 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Locust Grove, GA (8 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 20 days ago

Position Purpose: The Maintenance Technician Forklift Repair is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all powered industrial trucks within the facility....

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Maintenance Technician (Weekends)

  • The Judge Group
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 22 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 22 days ago

compressors, motors, pumps Repair/replace control devices: switches, sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters Maintain oven components: burners, valves, bearings, scrapers Work on hydraulic, pneumatic...

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Plumber Maintenance Worker, Facilities and Maintenance

  • Henry County Schools
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 24 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Jackson, GA)
  • 24 days ago

Position Title: Maintenance Technician Division: Operations Reports To: Maintenance Foreman FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Schedule: M1, M2, M3, or M4 Work Days: 244 Essential Duties: Perform duties...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Jackson, GA

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 Jackson, GA 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 Jackson, GA
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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