Maintenance Technician Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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 III - US

  • Axelon Services Corporation
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 18 hours ago

Maintenance Technician III Battle Creek, MI 6 Months The opportunity: Primary duties include providing safe and timely electrical support, preventative maintenance, installation, service, repair, troubleshooting...

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Industrial Maintenance Technician- Night shift- Battle Creek

  • Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Title: Maintenance Technician Classification/Job Grade: Hourly Location: Battle Creek, MI Department: Maintenance Supervised by: Maintenance Supervisor Pay Rate: $29.75 - $44 per hour Schedule: (Night...

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Maintenance Tech

  • SR COMPANIES LLC
  • Lawton, MI (17 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lawton, MI (17 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Maintenance Tech White Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care - Lawton, MI 49065 Quick Apply Quick Apply Description Summary : Responsible for demonstrating and promoting SRIM's core value of the...

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Make Ready Maintenance Technician

  • Edward Rose & Sons
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 5 days ago

CLICK HERE to see a day in the life of a Make Ready Maintenance Technician at Edward Rose & Sons! What are the responsibilities of a Make Ready Maintenance Technician?...

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Facilities Maintenance Technician

  • American Repair Maintenance
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 5 days ago

American Repair Maintenance Facilities Maintenance Technician Battle Creek, MI Who We Are: American Repair Maintenance (ARM) began over 30 years ago as a small two-person operation to service several...

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Maintenance Technician

  • Village Green Companies
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Village Green has an immediate Maintenance Technician position available!...

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Robotics Maintenance Technician

  • *US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 6 days ago

Minor plumbing repairs Completes special tasks that include but are not limited to; painting, locksmith work, tenant services requests, and general maintenance as assigned....

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Maintenance Technician

  • Village Green
  • Kalamazoo, MI (3 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (3 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Village Green has an immediate Maintenance Technician position available!...

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Maintenance Mechanic

  • Jones Lang LaSalle
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago

Minor plumbing repairs Completes special tasks that include but are not limited to; painting, locksmith work, tenant services requests, and general maintenance as assigned....

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Machine Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Waseyabek Development Company
  • Otsego, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Otsego, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 7 days ago

We are currently looking for a/an Machine Maintenance Technician....

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Transportation Maintenance Worker (Recruit) 6-E8 - Kalamazoo Garage

  • State of Michigan
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 8 days ago

This position performs maintenance of state trunklines within the right-of-way for an assigned maintenance garage geographic area. This position may be trained to operate any piece of equipment or...

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Maintenance and repair worker/ Trabajador de mantenimiento y reparaciones

  • Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 8 days ago

2 Maintenance and repair worker needed to plant, cultivate and harvest potato crops. Workers will assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing,...

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Maintenance Technician

  • Trillium Staffing
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Want to apply for Maintenance Technician? To apply for Maintenance Technician enter your email address below....

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Maintenance Technician

  • Surge Staffing
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support operations in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment....

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Maintenance Technician III - 3rd shift

  • Nesco Resource
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 13 days ago

3rd shift: 9:45pm-6:00am TOP 3 1. Steam & Hydraulics 2. Welding 3. Some electrical The opportunity: Primary duties include providing safe and timely electrical support, preventative maintenance,...

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Demographic Data for Kalamazoo, MI

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI
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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