Maintenance Technician Jobs in Wilkes Barre, 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 Technician III

  • Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, 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....

Maintenance Technician- Automation

  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 23 hours 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 (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, 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...

Building Maintenance Technician II

  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 2 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 (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, 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 (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Automation Technician

  • West Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 5 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...

Maintenance Worker

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 6 days ago

Overview Position: Maintenance Worker Department: Corps Availability of Position: ASAP Schedule: M-F 7:30am-12:30pm, Weekends during emergencies Reporting Relationship: Corps Officers Salary...

Maintenance Technician-5

  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Weatherly, PA (21 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Weatherly, PA (21 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 14 days ago

one year of experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues on industrial equipment At least one year of experience using hand tools such as drill press, hand drill, wrenches, threading machines...

PLC Maintenance Technician

  • Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine...

Maintenance Technician- 1st Shift

  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Scranton, PA (16 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Noble Biomaterials, Inc is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for our 7am-3pm shift. As a Maintenance Technician it will be your job to keep our manufacturing equipment running smoothly....

Maintenance Mechanic (Weekend Shift) Maintenance Mechanic (Weekend Shift)

  • Pittston, PA (8 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pittston, PA (8 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Valid US Driver's License required. 2 -3 yrs. hands on experience in industrial maintenance field with demonstrated preventative maintenance experience in material handling systems, or equivalent combination...

Maintenance Technician

  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hazle Township, PA (20 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 17 days ago

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

Machine Technician Sr

  • Archbald, PA (24 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Archbald, PA (24 miles from Wilkes Barre, PA)
  • 18 days ago

years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial equipment environment with the emphasis on Fanuc Control operated CNC equipment such as Kitamura, Ikegai, Leadwell, Doosan mills, lathes...

Demographic Data for Wilkes Barre, PA

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Wilkes Barre, 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 Wilkes Barre, 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 Wilkes Barre, 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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