Maintenance Technician Jobs in Decatur, IN

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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operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Summary Shambaugh & Son L.P. is looking for Maintenance Technician for our Fabrication Shop. In this role you will be responsible for providing maintenance to equipment and facilities....

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 10 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Must adhere to all Multimatic New Haven Safety practices, policies & procedures Machine diagnostics/trouble-shooting & repair Machine installation & set up procedures...

Preventive Maintenance Engineer

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 23 hours ago

Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operations variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine...

Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

  • Payne, OH (19 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Payne, OH (19 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Maintenance Technician Our Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of operations/production equipment....

Refrigeration Technician

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking to catapult your career by driving high-impact transformation with household brands? Do you crave an entrepreneurial, fast paced, and engaging growth assignment working with...

Industrial Cleaning Technician

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Description Industrial Cleaning Technician Work Hours: Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm Pay: $15.50/hour The Industrial Cleaning Tech (Janitor) is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and...

Multicraft Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

  • Van Wert, OH (17 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Van Wert, OH (17 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Multicraft Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift Requisition ID: 45480 Job Location(s): Van Wert, OH, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Function: Supply Chain and...

Multicraft Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

  • Van Wert, OH (17 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Van Wert, OH (17 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Multicraft Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift Requisition ID: 45479 Job Location(s): Van Wert, OH, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Function: Supply Chain and...

Maintenance Tech Lv. 3

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 7 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

  • Van Wert, OH (17 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Van Wert, OH (17 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 9 days ago

The ideal Maintenance Technician would be someone very quick on their feet and ready to work!...

Maintenance Technician

  • Bluffton, IN (14 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bluffton, IN (14 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Maintenance Technician#25-73574 $34.15-$36.50 per hour Bluffton, IN All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Leading Global Tier 1 Automotive Mobility Supplier company, is looking for a Maintenance...

Quality Die Design Technician

  • Woodburn, IN (20 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodburn, IN (20 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Quality Assurance, and Material Industrialization for trialing Analyze designs using Excel and Dimensional samples Organization and filing of die iterations Collaborating with Internal and External Machine...

Maintenance Technician

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Industrial Maintenance Technician Job Description Join a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and ensuring the efficiency of production machinery in a leading battery manufacturing facility....

Maintenance Technician

  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (23 miles from Decatur, IN)
  • 13 days ago

equipment Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals Must be able to handle basic hand tools Must be able to stand...

Demographic Data for Decatur, IN

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Decatur, IN

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 Decatur, IN offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
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 Decatur, IN
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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