Maintenance Technician Jobs in Carthage, MO

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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Maintenance Technician

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 7 hours ago

maintenance of processing and packaging equipment and providing technical support to improve and optimize within the manufacturing operations and processes....

Materials Handling Technician

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 2 days ago

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MBE Engineering Technician

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Partnerships may be with customers, distributors, machine shops, tool manufactures, educational facilities, governance bodies, software and component manufactures....

Engineering Technician

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Engineering Technician Ducommun, Inc. United States, Missouri, Joplin 1505 South Maiden Lane (Show on map) Jun 14, 2025 Engineering Technician Provide engineering support to meet current and...

Maintenance Technician

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 4 days ago

The Maintenance Technician role combines hands-on equipment maintenance, strong technical expertise, and a keen attention to detail....

Maintenance Technician

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 5 days ago

TMC Transportation has an immediate full-time opening for a Maintenance Technician working out of our office in Joplin, Missouri....

Maintenance Technician

  • Carthage, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Carthage, MO
  • 6 days ago

So, what will you be doing as a Maintenance Technician (Mold & Press)?...

Maintenance Technician II (Day Shift) starting at $28.35/hour

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 6 days ago

A minimum of five years Industrial Maintenance Technician experience is preferred. Maintenance Technicians are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers....

Maintenance Technician-3rd Shift

  • Carthage, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Carthage, MO
  • 8 days ago

Butterball, LLC, one of Americas most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to...

2nd Shift Machine Tech

  • Carthage, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Carthage, MO
  • 9 days ago

.** Position Summary : Must be mechanically inclined and able to take the machine apart and put it back together correctly....

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Dairy Farmers of America $28.50 - $31.50 / hr United States, Missouri, Joplin Jun 03, 2025 REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt WAGE CLASS: Class V...

Controls Technician, Blue Buffalo

  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Joplin, MO (12 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 14 days ago

and Industrial Controls Technology or equivalent education in a related field/industry Knowledge and practical application with the following technology areas: PLC’s, HMI’s, process instrumentation, machine...

Manufacturing Lab Technician

  • Carthage, MO
  • 22 days ago
  • Carthage, MO
  • 22 days ago

Set up machines and create recipes for product development samples. Perform changeovers and adjust setups to meet design intent....

Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

  • Neosho, MO (22 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 27 days ago
  • Neosho, MO (22 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 27 days ago

Position Title: Maintenance Technician Location: Distribution Center - Neosho, MO Reports To: Maintenance & Automation Manager Company Overview Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Asbury, MO (18 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Asbury, MO (18 miles from Carthage, MO)
  • 28 days ago

Communicate issues with machines to production management when necessary. Work with Machine Operators to ensure machines are running safely and properly....

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Carthage, MO

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 Carthage, MO 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 Carthage, MO
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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