Maintenance Technician Jobs in Kentucky

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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Maintenance Technician

  • Bellevue, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Bellevue, KY
  • 21 days ago

Location: Mason Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time Function: Maintenance Pay Range: ( $49,427.00 - $74,140.00 ) Target Bonus: % Req ID: 25900 Job Responsibilities Summary of Position: Maintenance Technicians...

Fire Service Technician

  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Mobile HVAC/Maintenance Technician

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 26 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 26 days ago

What this job involves Operates, inspects, and maintains all HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems in assigned facilities to obtain most efficient operating results and...

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 1st Shift

  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 6 hours ago

Qualifications Required: Candidate must have a Technical Degree or 3 to 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience in an industrial maintenance environment....

Controls Technician/Maintenance Technician/Instrumentation Technician

  • Georgetown, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Georgetown, KY
  • 6 hours ago

Controls Technician/Maintenance Technician/Instrumentation Technician/ Battery Pack Assembly Equipment Engineer/Valve Technician Job Description Join our dynamic team within the Battery Pack Assembly...

Facilities Maintenance Technician

  • Covington, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 6 hours ago

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing various types of maintenance and upkeep at Rumpke owned properties....

Maintenance Electrical Technician - D Shift

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 6 hours ago

Experience: Minimum 4 years automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience; requires experience in electrical safety and lockout/tagout processes and procedures; experience in troubleshooting...

Maintenance Technician 2

  • East Bernstadt, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • East Bernstadt, KY
  • 6 hours ago

SUMMARY: Repairs, install, and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment by performing the...

Maintenance Technician Talent Pipeline

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description/Responsibilities At Buffalo Trace Distillery, were always looking for skilled and motivated Maintenance Technicians to join our team....

Supermarket Rack Refrigeration Hvac Technician

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 16 hours ago

tools, digital tools, power tools, and other equipment to complete jobs....

Maintenance Technician

  • Lawrenceburg, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lawrenceburg, KY
  • 16 hours ago

WERE LINKING THE WORLD WITH THE FUTURE OF CABLE TECHNOLOGY Responsible for planning, organizing, and performing complex work involving multiple trades such as mechanical, electrical, pneumatic,...

Maintenance Technician I-III-2024-2025

  • Winchester, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 17 hours ago

Perform a variety of skilled building maintenance including repairs to doors, windows, roofs and other building parts....

Drywall Framer Window Installer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago

B-Dry Systems and Ram Jack of Louisville has immediate openings for full time, year round team member with drywall installation experience. Framing and/or window installation experience is a plus....

Seasonal, Facility Maintenance Specialist

  • Paducah, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 19 hours ago

Day to day you'll Perform basic building maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tiles, cleaning HVAC vents, minor low voltage electrical work and repairing broken items; if the...

HVAC Service Technician

  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 hours ago

HVAC/R Service Technicians provide diagnostics, service, repair, maintenance & installation for various brands of light commercial HVAC/R equipment. Our technicians make quality repairs in a...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Kentucky offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.7%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.6%
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 Kentucky
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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