Maintenance Technician Jobs in Reading, 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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Overnight Weekend Sanitation Technician

  • Manpower
  • Denver, PA (12 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Denver, PA (12 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Weekend Night Shift Sanitation Technician Schedule: Saturday, Sunday & Monday 6:50 PM 7:00 AM Three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours total) No overtime required Enjoy four days off each week Job...

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Technician I, Molding & Tooling Engineering

  • Alcon
  • Sinking Spring, PA (5 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sinking Spring, PA (5 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 21 hours ago

In this role, a typical day will include: Manufacture and modify tooling for production using manual machines (milling, grinding, lathe) and CNC equipment, including G-code/M-code programming and CAM...

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CNC Utility Technician

  • Globus Medical
  • Limerick, PA (24 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Limerick, PA (24 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 1 day ago

material Works with others to obtain a greater understand of the manufacturing process with CNC machines....

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Calibration Technician (Metrology / Instrumentation)

  • Enersys
  • Reading, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 2 days ago

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100...

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Sanitation Technician

  • Zausner Foods Corporation
  • New Holland, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Holland, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Description: Performs all tasks involved in cleaning equipment in a food manufacturing plant Requirements include the use of corrosive chemicals daily to clean assigned production equipment, machines...

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CNC Utility Technician, 1st Shift

  • Globus Medical Inc.
  • Limerick, PA (24 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Limerick, PA (24 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 days ago

material Works with others to obtain a greater understand of the manufacturing process with CNC machines....

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Machine Technician II - A Shift

  • Altium Packaging
  • Breinigsville, PA (19 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Breinigsville, PA (19 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago

II will operate blow-mold, grinders, trimmer machines and conveyor systems....

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Technician Manufacturing 1

  • Try
  • Reading, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 6 days ago

Technician Manufacturing 1 - Electronics Reading, PA 3 DAYS AGO 22594621 Summary Reading, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 2 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)...

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2ND SHIFT Production & Material Technician - Macungie, PA

  • Volvo
  • Macungie, PA (21 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Macungie, PA (21 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global...

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Machine Technician II

  • Hatch
  • Allentown, PA (24 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (24 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Technician II, the Machine Technician II will operate blow-mold, grinders, trimmer machines and conveyor systems....

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Manufacturing Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

  • CNH Industrial
  • New Holland, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Holland, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Purpose With general guidance or apprentice skill level, the Maintenance Technician will maintain production machines, equipment and facility by performing a variety of maintenance tasks including...

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Technician Manufacturing 1

  • Acosta Group
  • Reading, PA (3 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Reading, PA (3 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 12 days ago

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Distribution Technician I - 2nd Shift

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • Breinigsville, PA (19 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Breinigsville, PA (19 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Work Schedule Second Shift (Afternoons) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises...

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Controls Technician

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • East Greenville, PA (23 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • East Greenville, PA (23 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 13 days ago

system experience Familiarity with CMMS systems (Maximo a plus) Pay Details: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance...

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Technician Manufacturing Hipo

  • Barry Callebaut
  • Reading, PA (3 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Reading, PA (3 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 15 days ago

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Reading, 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 Reading, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.3%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Reading, 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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