Maintenance Technician Jobs in West Virginia

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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Hiring For High Skilled Automation Technician! Hiring ASAP

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 18 hours ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 18 hours ago

Now Hiring: Automation Technicians - Only 5 Spots Left! Location: Martinsburg, WV Direct Placement - Hiring ASAP! Pay Rate: 1st Shift (Mon-Thu, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM):$35-$39/hr 3rd Shift (Sun-Wed, 5:00...

Building Maintenance Technician

  • Lake, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake, WV
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Put your construction skills to use as a Property Maintenance Technician at Genesis....

Boiler Technician

  • Beverly, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Beverly, WV
  • 7 days ago

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Shift: 6:30 pm – 6:30 am rotating schedule AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Boiler Technician to be in Beverly, WV. Reporting to the Maintenance...

Maint Mechanic - 3rd Shift

  • Lesage, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Lesage, WV
  • 7 days ago

Heres 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, drives...

CNC Field Service Technician

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 7 days ago

factory, manufacturing, or CNC maintenance technician experience also considered Proficient verbal and written communication and customer relation skills Ability to interact and positively communicate...

Changeover Technician - Nights

  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 7 days ago

About the role The change over technician serves as Subject Matter Expert on Packaging Equipment. This position will work 12hr shifts from 7:00pm to 7:00am....

Campus Maintenance Specialist

  • Huntington, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 7 days ago

Perform repairs on machines and equipment to maintain proper working condition, report major breakdowns to supervisor....

DC Maintenance Mechanic

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 8 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative, corrective, and routine maintenance on the building systems, and assigned equipment. This includes performing...

FY26: Preventative Maintenance Specialist, Upcounty Service Center, Division of Maintenance and Operations, 8hrs/12mos, Ad closes 08/19/2025 (250060F) Job Description FY26: Preventative...

Engineering Technician 4 Engineering Technician 4

  • Rocket Center, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Rocket Center, WV
  • 12 days ago

Engineering Technician 4 Northrop Grumman 3.2 ( ) Rocket Center, WV Why you should apply for a job to Northrop Grumman : 93% say the CEO supports gender diversity Ratings are based on anonymous...

Technical - Maintenance Technician I

  • Sissonville, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Sissonville, WV
  • 13 days ago

Job Title: Technical Maintenance Technician About Us: Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc....

Maintenance Worker

  • Charleston, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 13 days ago

Maintenance Worker Charleston, WV, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Wage: $17.85 per hour Schedule - Full Time, 8hr shifts, Vary Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision,...

Maintenance Mechanic, 2nd Shift

  • Coalton, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Coalton, WV
  • 13 days ago

Serve as a backup for operators of various machines. Perform any other work-related task deemed necessary by the mill management....

Nature of Work Under general supervision this position functions as a member of the maintenance department performing all general preventative maintenance. Performs routine maintenance on all...

HVAC Tech I/II

  • Huntington, WV
  • 14 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 14 days ago

Position Details Get to Know Us! Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia
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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