Maintenance Technician Jobs in Rockford, IL

A Maintenance Technician in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing various equipment, machines, and systems. They perform preventative maintenance, inspect machinery for potential issues, diagnose problems, and carry out necessary repairs or replacements. A Maintenance Technician might also be involved in the installation and setup of new equipment or systems. They often work with electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems among others. Their work is crucial in ensuring efficient operations and safety in various establishments such as factories, offices, apartments, and commercial spaces.

Important skills for a Maintenance Technician include problem-solving, mechanical skills, physical stamina, and technical knowledge in areas such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They should also have good communication skills for effectively interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and clients. A Maintenance Technician should also be able to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints. Relevant certifications such as Certified Maintenance Technician (CMT), Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT), or a certificate in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Maintenance Technician, a person might have roles such as Maintenance Assistant, Handyman, or an Apprentice in a specific trade like electrician or plumber.

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Advanced Technology Services

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We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better. Fundada en 1985, ATS es una empresa con presencia en los Estados Unidos, México y el Reino Unido....

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Maintenance Planner - Mechanical

  • Constellation Energy
  • Byron, IL (14 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Byron, IL (14 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Who We Are As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a...

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Floor Maintenance Technician

  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • South Beloit, IL (12 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • South Beloit, IL (12 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Role: Floor Tech Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Floor Tech, where you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of floors in a long-term care facility. At...

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T-Maintenance Technician IC&E/CT Tech - Journey Only

  • Alliant
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today,...

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Maintenance Tech

  • Fisher-Barton
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications: High School Diploma OR 2 years experience as a maintenance technician; or equivalent or successful performance as a Fisher Barton Maintenance Technician 1 team member Proficient...

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Maintenance Mechanic - Experienced

  • Frito Lay
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This is a full-time experienced Maintenance Mechanic position that is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and installing pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, centrifugal and...

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LGV Maintenance Associate

  • United Facilities
  • Belvidere, IL (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belvidere, IL (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Essential duties and responsibilities are listed below. This employee will perform other duties as required. 85% - Operational Duties: Unscheduled and...

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Maintenance Technician

  • Aerotek
  • Rockford, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 6 days ago

Maintenance Technician Job Description The Electrical Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining all end of line test equipment throughout the facility, troubleshooting and analyzing tester...

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Skilled - Maintenance Technician

  • QPS Employment Group
  • Rockford, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 11 days ago

Maintenance Technician Salary: $52,000-$70,720 per year Shift: 1st Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity for a Maintenance Technician position at a company in Rockford, IL...

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Maintenance Planner

  • GPAC
  • Durand, IL (10 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durand, IL (10 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Maintenance Planner - Food & Beverage Manufacturing Northern Illinois | 2-2-3 Schedule | Stable & Growing Company A well-established and rapidly growing food manufacturing company is seeking a...

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Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift

  • Cintas
  • Rockford, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 13 days ago

Technician I - 2nd Shift Location: Rockford, IL, US, 61109 Requisition Number: 226405 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to assist with maintaining an industrial laundry facility...

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Maintenance Mechanic 2 - 1st Shift (NMSR)

  • PCI Pharma Services
  • Rockford, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 14 days ago

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a...

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Maintenance Mechanic / 2nd Shift

  • Danfoss Group
  • Freeport, IL (24 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Freeport, IL (24 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 15 days ago

The candidate in this role will repair machine tools used in manufacturing production and test. They are responsible for performing repair, preventive maintenance (PM), modification, installation...

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Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Stoughton Trailers
  • Brodhead, WI (21 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Brodhead, WI (21 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Why This Role Matters - Maintenance Technician III roles are critical to maintaining automation reliability, production continuity, and technical excellence....

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Maintenance Technician

  • Dairy Farmers of America
  • Rockford, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 16 days ago

Kemps, a DFA company, is hiring for an off-shift Plant Maintenance Technician for our Rockford, IL facility....

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Demographic Data for Rockford, IL

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Rockford, IL

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Rockford, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.6%
Associate's Degree
16.7%
Bachelor's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Rockford, IL
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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