Maintenance Technician Jobs in Gaffney, SC

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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Field Service Industrial Maintenance Technician Senior

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

Hiring For Maintenance Engineer

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 5 hours ago

**Essential Skills** + Experience as a machine operator and in general production. + Mechanical aptitude and general maintenance skills. + Ability to read and interpret safety rules, policies, procedure...

Maintenance Tech ll (Days)

  • Gaffney, SC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Gaffney, SC
  • 12 hours ago

Ensure that production line equipment is left in a functional state for subsequent shifts....

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • York, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • York, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 15 hours ago

About our opportunity We are excited to hire a Service Mechanic (Industrial Maintenance Technician) to join our team within the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Collection & Recycling Division....

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Industrial Maintenance Technician Pay: $29-40/hr....

Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Union, SC (20 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Union, SC (20 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Repair machine breakdowns. Preventative Maintenance - Maintain work order system by completing work orders, updating equipment files, updating part files, and updating PM files....

Maintenance Technician

  • Spartanburg, SC (18 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (18 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 4 days ago

What You'll do as a Maintenance Technician Performs technical troubleshooting on a variety of modalities, technologies, and locations....

Maintenance Technician III - 2nd shift

  • Cowpens, SC (11 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cowpens, SC (11 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Assist other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of equipment....

Maintenance Technician

  • Kings Mountain, NC (23 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kings Mountain, NC (23 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Our client, is seeking a Direct Hire Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team....

Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

  • Grover, NC (17 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grover, NC (17 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 10 days ago

In this role, you will play a crucial part in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems, including robotics, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and CNC machining...

Industrial Mechanic

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 16 days ago

Must have machine repair experience. Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics experience. Intermediate knowledge of relevant robotic controls and processes....

3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic - Food Manufacturing

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 17 days ago

3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic - Food Manufacturing #31805 Location: Spartanburg, SC Company: PET Dairy Category: Manufacturing Job Description DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO is The Law -

Field Service Technician - Electrical Power Generation

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 18 days ago

FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN - ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION Laverton, AUS Career Path: Service Organization: Cummins Inc. Role Category: Hybrid Job Type: Technician ReqID: 2413295 DESCRIPTION Being...

Maintenance Technician

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 19 days ago

The Maintenance Technician II at Keurig Dr Pepper will be responsible for facilitation and leadership to install, troubleshoot, maintain, and improve process and packaging equipment, to maximize production...

Night Shift Maintenance Technician

  • Cowpens, SC (11 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cowpens, SC (11 miles from Gaffney, SC)
  • 19 days ago

Job Responsibilities Install, adjust and repair production equipment and special purpose machines as assigned Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts and...

Demographic Data for Gaffney, SC

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Gaffney, SC

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 Gaffney, SC 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 Gaffney, SC
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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