Maintenance Technician Jobs in Gonzales, LA

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 Technician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 5 hours ago

Ensures that all production line workstations tasks are being performed in an efficient manner on a timely basis with the desired quality....

Maintenance Engineer

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Our philosophy is to hire people with positive attitudes, who provide extraordinary service to our guests and colleagues. We believe in focusing on Team Members' talent to discover their strengths...

Field Service Technician - Baton Rouge, LA

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 5 days ago

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and...

Control Valve Repair Technician - 1st & 2nd Shift

  • Gonzales, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Gonzales, LA
  • 5 days ago

Safely and accurately perform some machining processes: Use drill press or pneumatic tools for drilling and pinning stems for valve plugs Use hand grinder for polishing some flange and sealing surfaces...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 7 days ago

Division: Louisiana Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 10pm-8:30am Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED? About us: Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability...

IS Technician

  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 10 days ago

HPC-Industrial**, powered by Clean Harbors, in **Reserve, LA** is looking for a **HydroBlaster/Field Technicians** to work at various customer locations, and to join their safety conscious...

Seal Repair Technician (Assembly)

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 13 days ago

a small inventory of commonly used seal partsFollow work orders, prints, and verbal instructions to complete repairsSupport less-experienced team members when neededSet up and troubleshoot lapping machines...

E&I Technician

  • Geismar, LA (5 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Geismar, LA (5 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 14 days ago

This job operates in an industrial maintenance shop and in an outdoor environment....

Field Service Technician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 15 days ago

Role Summary: The Field Service Technician will travel to customer locations to troubleshoot and repair all Flowserve Control Valve Business Unit products and solicit the sale and installation of...

Maintenance Technician-1

  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 16 days ago

About you and this role A Maintenance Technician (Millwright) provides maintenance craft specific support to the Plant....

Maintenance Technician-2

  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 16 days ago

Required Qualifications 1 or more years of industrial maintenance experience (electrician) A valid US drivers license Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card....

Industrial Chiller Technician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 19 days ago

Join Our Client's Team as a Chiller Technician Are you an experienced HVAC/R or Chiller Technician who takes pride in delivering top-notch service? Do you seek a fulfilling, long-term career with...

Advanced Development Technician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 20 days ago

. + Perform machining and fabrication work in support of prototype and test efforts. + Design and build test fixtures and assembly tools. + Assemble and debug test equipment hardware and control systems...

Industrial Plant Maintenance Worker

  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 27 days ago

hoisting to properly move materials via the use of cranes and/or hand signaling to an operator Perform and demonstrate the ability to complete work using safe work practices Dismantling / installation of machines...

Maintenance Technician

  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Reserve, LA (24 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 28 days ago

May be required to setup and operate simple machining operations including but not limited to lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

Demographic Data for Gonzales, LA

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Gonzales, LA

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 Gonzales, LA 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 Gonzales, LA
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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