Maintenance Technician Jobs in Illinois

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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Miniat Holdings LLC

2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Position Description: Perform duties to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment, building facilities and grounds. This is including, but not limited to HVAC, boilers, air...

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Performs expert level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: observing devises in operation to location root cause of...

Lead Maintenance Technician

Job Description · Maintain or repair facility and molding equipment as assigned per work orders generated by molding personnel. · Perform maintenance and repair tasks in a timely and efficient...

Bourns

Supervisor - Barrington Facilities

  • Bourns
  • Barrington, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Bourns
  • Barrington, IL
  • 4 days ago

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Building maintenance related tools and equipment, including forklifts and aerial lifts as well as computers and related office equipment....

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Performs expert level break-fix & preventive maintenance, and/or design of mechanical, and electrical equipment improvements as well as complex systems as the...

Field Service Maintenance Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

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, Mexico y el Reino Unido....

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Repairs entry-level equipment at the component level. Works to improve technical skills through on-the-job technical training, technical projects, and...

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Repairs complex electronic and/or mechanical equipment and/or tooling at component level. Performs intermediate product development. Communicates with customers...

troubleshooting and repair of machines Supports an optimized production environment by applying the principles of Lean Manufacturing and 5S Responsible for maintaining and performing repairs to the...

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Performs mid to expert level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: observing devises in operation to location root cause of...

Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 16 days ago

Basic Function: The production line mechanic will be responsible for all production maintenance, including product quality control, line maintenance, and repair of line machinery and equipment....

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Sycamore, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 27 days ago

Seymour of Sycamore MAINTENANCE MECHANIC $24-30/hour 1st & 2nd Shift Skill Requirements: Preventative Maintenance Equipment Troubleshooting Installation of pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, valves,...

Biomedical Equipment Technician 3

  • Evanston, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Role Overview: Lifesaving technology powered by you. Your expertise impacts the lives of others. Sodexo's Healthcare Technology Management is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician 3 to work...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 45+ days ago

maintenance, etc....

Technology Maintenance Specialist

  • Mt Prospect, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mt Prospect, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Position Type: Technology Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: 1900 E Kensington Road, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 Date Available: when filled Closing Date: when filled District:   River Trails School...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Maintenance Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Amazon maintenance technician candidates will take one of two tests in their hiring process: The Amazon Ramsay Maintenance Technician Test is a highly professional test conducted exclusively for...
System Security Testing and Maintenance
In this two-week course, youll discover how to test software and how to measure the success of a system from a function and security standpoint. Evaluate a range of secure development platforms,...
Biomedical Equipment: Repair, Maintenance and Healthcare Technology Management
Develop the skills required to effectively maintain and troubleshoot hospital-based devices, and strengthen your knowledge of effective methods of managing the life cycle of biomedical equipment...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.5%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Illinois
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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