Maintenance Technician Jobs in East Providence, RI

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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Electrical Maintenance Specialist

  • Greenville, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Greenville, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 20 days ago

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. Want to build a stronger, more sustainable...

Electrical Systems Technician

  • West Greenwich, RI (20 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Greenwich, RI (20 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 20 days ago

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. Want to build a stronger, more sustainable...

Maintenance Tech III

  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 hours ago

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an...

Maintenance Tech II

  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 hours ago

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an...

Maintenance Engineer (Full Time)

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 hours ago

Compensation Type: Hourly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the...

Maint Mechanic - 2nd Shift

  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Here's what you can expect every day: Repair and maintain machinery and equipment including: pumps, motors, filling and packaging equipment, conveyors, palletizers, piping, valves, tanks, agitators,...

Maintenance Technician

  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Our service centers are the heartbeat of this mission, and our Maintenance Technicians play a critical role in keeping them running at peak performance....

Engineering & Maintenance Technician III - 2nd Shift

  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering & Maintenance Technician III - 2nd Shift Cipla USA United States, Massachusetts, Fall River 927 Currant Road (Show on map) Aug 20, 2025 Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician III FLSA...

Facilities Maintenance Engineer

  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Technical Knowledge and Computer Systems Skills Understanding of machines used in pharmaceutical manufacturing....

Remote Work

Airport Services Maintenance Repair Technician III - Rhode Island T.F. Green Intl Airport - PVD

  • Warwick, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp around aircrafts and the confined areas of baggage conveyor systems....

Calibration Technician, Manufacturing

  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

About the Role: The Calibration Technician will perform calibration, testing, and verification of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) within our Manufacturing Operations facility....

Maintenance Technician III

  • Cranston, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and...

Process Project Technician Titleist

  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago

You'll become an expert in at least three major manufacturing operations, coordinating pilot runs and trials across the production line....

Maintenance Technician - Evenings

  • Cranston, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.). Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting)....

Manufacturing (Lab) Technician

  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in East Providence, RI

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 East Providence, RI 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 East Providence, RI
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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