Maintenance Technician Jobs in Pottsville, PA

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 Mechanic - 2nd Shift

  • Fredericksburg, PA (17 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, PA (17 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 22 days ago

The DSC Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the safe operating condition of our Fredericksburg Distribution Center....

Maintenance Technician III

  • Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and must also adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line....

Shipping Technician

  • West Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • West Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

About this position At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, 'all, Loctite,...

Operations Technician Assistant

  • West Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • West Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Additional job duties may include basic operation of packaging equipment and supporting line change overs....

Maintenance Technician- Automation

  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Maintenance Technician (Entry Level)

  • Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing the day-to-day preventive maintenance, repair, machine setup and troubleshooting necessary to maintain the facility and manufacturing...

Power Plant Maintenance Technician

  • Nesquehoning, PA (24 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nesquehoning, PA (24 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The person holding this position is responsible for maintaining the plant in good repair, troubleshooting plant problems, and developing plant technical expertise. He/she is also responsible for...

Facility Maintenance Technician 1st shift

  • Leesport, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Leesport, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Ability to use all shop tools Ability to use all testing and measuring equipment and tools required to maintain or repair electromechanical control systems Associates Degree in Industrial Maintenance...

Building Maintenance Technician II

  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Shift: Friday - Sunday; 6pm - 6am Install, maintain, and repair equipment, physical structures, plumbing, and electrical systems as instructed by leadership while following all regulatory and...

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Hazleton Plant

  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

equipment Must have basic computer skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or similar processes is...

Maintenance Technician

  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Electromechanical Technician (Sun-Wed 7pm-5:30am)

  • Leesport, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Leesport, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 6 days ago

& technologies you'll use: Servo Motors Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens) Conveyor Systems Who We Are At Ashley, we're more than a businesswe're...

Automation Technician

  • West Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Hazleton, PA (23 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an Automation Technician to join their team. As an Automation Technician, you will be part of the technical support team ensuring...

Quality Technician - 3rd Shift - Hegins

  • Hegins, PA (12 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hegins, PA (12 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Quality Technician - 3rd Shift - Hegins Location US-PA-Hegins ID 2025-12924 Category Manufacturing Excellence Position Type Full-Time Remote No Min Pay Range USD $21.00/Hr. Max Pay Range USD...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Fredericksburg, PA (17 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, PA (17 miles from Pottsville, PA)
  • 8 days ago

The DSC maintenance technician must be a self-directed individual and have proven knowledge of electrical systems installation and repair....

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Pottsville, PA

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 Pottsville, PA 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 Pottsville, PA
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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