Maintenance Technician Jobs in New York

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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Nestlé Health Science

Production Set-up Technician (Day shift)

technicians as needed Create or update machine centerline procedures Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies Perform other...

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Nestlé Health Science

Production Set-up Technician (Evening shift)

technicians as needed Create or update machine centerline procedures Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies Perform other...

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Nestlé Health Science

Production Set-up Technician (Overnight shift)

technicians as needed Create or update machine centerline procedures Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies Perform other...

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Access Elevator & Lift

Field Service Technician

Join Our Team as an Field Service Technician! We’re looking for mechanically inclined technicians to join our team. Experience in overhead doors, garage doors, gates, or similar mechanical...

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Nestlé Purina

Maintenance Technician - Starting pay at $36.26hr+

As a Maintenance Technician at our Dunkirk facility, you'll be responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting all plant electrical systems in a safe and cost-effective manner....

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Cahoon Farms, Inc

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Hot Opportunity

repairs....

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Access Elevator & Lift

Technician

Join the Team That Keeps the World Moving We're looking for a Technician to join our growing team. If you're someone who takes pride in their craft, thrives in the field, and wants their work to...

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Concern for Independent Living

Maintenance Mechanic

Title Maintenance Mechanic About the Organization: Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced...

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Maintenance Mechanic

  • WestRock
  • Jordan, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Jordan, NY
  • 3 days ago

This job description does not in any way limit the responsibilities of the Mechanical Maintenance Technician position....

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Maintenance Technician Level A

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Spring Valley, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring Valley, NY
  • 3 days ago

Preferred: Experience as a senior technician or millwright in recycling, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, processing, aggregate, or material-handling environments....

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Maintenance Technician Level B

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Far Rockaway, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Far Rockaway, NY
  • 4 days ago

Preferred: Experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, processing, recycling, municipal utilities, or material-handling systems. Welding and fabrication skills....

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Maintenance Mechanic - Sign On Bonus (CPP Syracuse)

  • Consolidated Precision Products
  • Apulia Station, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Apulia Station, NY
  • 14 days ago

Join Our Growing Team as a Maintenance Mechanic at Consolidated Precision Products & Superior Metals Manufacturing! $1,000 Sign-On-Bonus + 5% Quarterly Bonus If you would love to be part of a...

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Installation Technician II

  • Securitas Technology
  • Albany, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 12 days ago

The position provides customer contact for all post-installation problems on security systems and equipment, as well as, special project work, when needed....

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Field Service Technician (Landfill Gas) $1000 SIGN ON BONUS

  • Waste Management
  • Fairport, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Fairport, NY
  • 19 days ago

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS I. Job Summary This position reports to the Gas Operations Manager and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS)....

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Experienced Security Service Technician (union)

  • Johnson Controls
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 1 day ago

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in New York 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 New York
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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