Maintenance Technician Jobs in Conover, NC

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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Gauge Maintenance Technician

  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 1 day ago

About the Gauge Maintenance Technician: The primary purpose of the Gauge Maintenance Technician is to perform maintenance and inspections of gauges and weather sensors, repair damaged equipment, and...

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year of solid experience in industrial maintenance (including machine, facility, and electrical). 3+ years of experience is preferred....

Industrial Maintenance Tech 1 NIGHTS - NC

  • Taylorsville, NC (12 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Taylorsville, NC (12 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of machines and facilities....

Maintenance Technician

  • Mooresville, NC (24 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (24 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 3 days ago

The Maintenance Technician works directly with machine Operators, Supervisors, Preventative Maintenance Mechanics and Sr....

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Staring Pay $30.10/hr

  • Newton, NC (6 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newton, NC (6 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Operates machine shop equipment, hand tools, power hand tools, and makes required parts when necessary. Maintains cleanliness of work area....

Building Maintenance Technician (Full-Time)

  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Building Maintenance Technician Recreation & Parks Department Salary: $20.55 - $33.91 Hourly / $42,744.00 - $70,532.80 Annually FLSA Position Class: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 7AM...

Maintenance Technician

  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Assist in planning, and in some cases conducting, training for maintenance technicians. Procure needed parts for projects or machine repair as required....

Maintenance Worker

  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Kelly Professional & Industrial is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a leading manufacturer in Statesville, NC....

Repair Technician - CNC Tooling

  • Conover, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Conover, NC
  • 8 days ago

Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in automotive or machine tool repair (i.e. CNC machines); or equivalent combination of education and experience....

Repair Technician

  • Conover, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Conover, NC
  • 11 days ago

Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in automotive or machine tool repair (i.e. CNC machines); or equivalent combination of education and experience....

Canella - HVAC Maintenance Technician

  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Compensation Details: $18.00 per hour + commission Job Description: Who we are Canella Heating & Air Conditioning is now an Ace Hardware Company! Ace Hardware has been serving neighbors...

Maintenance Technician

  • Newton, NC (6 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Newton, NC (6 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Maintenance Technician#25-65774 $22.52-$24.89 per hour Newton, NC All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Business Manufacturing and Supply company, is looking for a Maintenance Technician for their...

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Mooresville, NC (24 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (24 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 12 days ago

The Maintenance Technician provides technical support for electrical and engineering challenges within a manufacturing environment....

2nd Shift Loom Maintenance Tech

  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Statesville, NC (20 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 13 days ago

schedules for practices/games Correct all mechanical malfunctions of the looms, make periodic maintenance inspections on looms within the assignment, replace broken or worn parts as necessary, diagnose machine...

Instrumentation Technician

  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (7 miles from Conover, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Instrumentation Technician Applied Industrial Technologies tuition reimbursement, 401(k), company vehicle United States, North Carolina, Hickory Jun 03, 2025 It's fun to work in a company where...

Demographic Data for Conover, NC

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Conover, NC

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 Conover, NC 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 Conover, NC
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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