Maintenance Technician Jobs in Southaven, MS

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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Advanced Technology Services

Maintenance Technician

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

Advanced Technology Services

Industrial Maintenance Technician

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

Lee Company

Industrial HVAC Technician

  • Lee Company
  • Memphis, TN (9 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lee Company
  • Memphis, TN (9 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description Summary Responsible for performing maintenance and service for our industrial site-based HVAC/mechanical customers, utilizing our technology, technical capability, and exceptional...

Field Service Technician

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 45+ 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...

Industrial Mechanical Technician

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 12 hours ago

Experience: 0 -5 years of mechanical experience and/or 1-2 years of education in industrial maintenance technologies preferred. What are the physical demands of the role?...

Maintenance Technician - Injection

  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Maintenance Technician works directly with Maintenance Technicians, machine Operators, Supervisors, and Managers to resolve mechanical issues. The Sr....

Senior Technician

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Experience: Two plus years of industrial maintenance experience on forklifts or related equipment (verifiable) or one of the following equivalents: 1-year industrial maintenance experience and have...

Facilities Automation Maintenance Technician III - Onsite - 3rd Shift

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago

A Day in the Life Job Specific Summary Medtronic is hiring for multiple Facilities Automation Maintenance Technician positions at our Distribution Center in Memphis, TN....

Leak Repair Technician II

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Leak Repair Technician II The Leak Repair Technician is responsible for detecting, locating, evaluating and repairing leaks onsite at client work sites. Essential Job Functions Maintains a safe,...

Technician Apprentice-LRS

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 3 days ago

General Summary The Technician Apprentice is responsible for supporting various areas of activity engaged in by field personnel onsite at client locations. Essential Job Functions Maintains a...

Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

  • West Memphis, AR (14 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR (14 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago

Assist other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of equipment. 6....

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

  • West Memphis, AR (14 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR (14 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago

Assist other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of equipment. 6....

Maintenance Technician

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance....

Maintenance Engineer II (FT) (Horseshoe Tunica)

  • Robinsonville, MS (21 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Robinsonville, MS (21 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 5 days ago

Licenses or certifications in HVAC, Refrigeration, Electronics, Pneumatics, and/or Hydraulics. Welding of other electrical, structural, or building discipline is highly desired and preferred....

Maintenance Tech II

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 5 days ago

Maintenance Tech II Job Description: Title: Maintenance Technician II Job Code: M41208 Department: Maintenance The maintenance technician is responsible for ensuring proper operation of and maintenance...

Demographic Data for Southaven, MS

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Southaven, MS

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 Southaven, MS 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 Southaven, MS
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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