Maintenance Technician Jobs in Iowa

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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NK Maintenance Tech 1 Nights

  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago

Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer...

Maintenance Technician 2 - NIGHTS

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 11 days ago

ALPLA is a global family-owned, privately held company that makes innovative, customized, recycled packaging for top companies such as P&G, Unilever, L'Oreal, Pepsi, and more. ALPLA values their...

HVAC Technician

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 21 days ago

About Us: At Trane Commercial HVAC, we are committed to providing top-notch HVAC solutions to our commercial customers. We focus on problem solving solutions for our customers. It's all...

Maintenance Technician - Residential

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 22 days ago

Technician As a Maintenance Technician, internally known as Service Technician, you're primarily responsible for assisting in overseeing the physical assets, general maintenance repairs, apartment...

Service Technician

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always...

Feedyard Service Technician

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 hours ago

Technician position will assist the Maintenance Superintendent with maintenance, troubleshooting, PM's, repair and replacement of plant equipment and systems to ensure maximum plant equipment reliability...

Maintenance Engineer

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 hours ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Maintenance Engineer to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to...

Maintenance Technician - RiverEast

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 9 hours ago

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team at RiverEast, a 120 unit apartment community in Council Bluffs, IA....

Maintenance Technician - Wean to Finish (Iowa Falls, IA)

  • Iowa Falls, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Iowa Falls, IA
  • 9 hours ago

IOWA SELECT FARMS JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Maintenance Technician REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor LAST REVISION DATE: 12/12/2023 COMPANY VALUES: We believe in doing the right thing every day, operating...

Maintenance Tech

  • Spencer, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Spencer, IA
  • 12 hours ago

Maintenance Tech/Pay depending on experience! Monday through Thursday 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM A local laundry company has a Maintenance Tech opening in Spencer, IA! The Maintenance Manager will be...

Electrical Tech

  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 12 hours ago

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create...

Field Service Tech

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago

Prominent equpment manufacturer and supplier serving industrial, municipal, environmental market segments in need of a field technician based in Davenport IA. Work will include, but not limited to...

THCE Senior Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Davenport, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 17 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: POSITION PURPOSE Within assigned service area, provides Planned Maintenance (PM), safety testing, repairs, calibration, installation, routine and...

Repair Technician

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 19 hours ago

Transco As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathaway youll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way....

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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