Maintenance Technician Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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

  • UniFirst
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Knowledgeable in industrial maintenance of facilities and equipment. Minimum of 1 year of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required....

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HVAC/R Service Technician - Light Commercial

  • CoolSys
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 days ago

WHY COOLSYS? At CoolSys, we offer more than just a jobwe provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of Americas Greatest...

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Fire Alarm Service Technician

  • Johnson Controls
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days 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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Maintenance Technician III (2nd Shift)

  • Hilton Grand Vacations
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • moments ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • moments ago

Enjoy working as a Maintenance Technician III at our amazing Ocean Beach Club, beachfront hotel sits along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk....

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C4ISR Electronics Maintenance Technician

  • Akima, LLC
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 hours ago

Truestone, an Akima company, is hiring an Engineering Technician II that will be responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, cabling, fabrication, assembly, of electrical and...

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Maintenance Technician

  • Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 hours ago

At, Courtyard/TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake, we are looking for a Full-Time Maintenance Technician to join our repair and maintenance to team!...

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Elevator Technician, US Navy (5836)

  • Three Saints Bay
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Elevator Technician, US Navy (5836) Location Norfolk, VA Job Code 5836 # of Openings 1 Apply Now ( Amee Bay, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry...

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Maintenance Technician I

  • Highmark Residential
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 hours ago

Why we need you: The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for efficiently performing all necessary maintenance for the apartment community What Highmark can do for YOU: Help you achieve your goals...

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Field Support Team Reliability Centered Maintenance Specialist-1

  • Amentum
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Amentum is seeking dynamic and strong leaders for employment as SURTASS Field Support Team Reliability Centered Maintenance Specialist for SURTASS program home based out of Virginia Beach, VA. The...

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General Laborer / Facility Maintenance Assistant

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

General Laborer / Facility Maintenance Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM (or until the last customer leaves). Saturdays if needed during the busy season...

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Field Support Team Reliability Centered Maintenance Specialist-2

  • Amentum
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Amentum is seeking dynamic and strong leaders for employment as SURTASS Field Support Team Reliability Centered Maintenance Specialist for SURTASS program home based out of Virginia Beach, VA. The...

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Floating Maintenance Technician - Virginia Beach, VA

  • Greystar Real Estate Partners
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in...

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Maintenance Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Maintenance Technician (Part Time) --$17.77 per hour -- Experience Preferred -- Free Tickets, 50% Concession Discount, Flexible Scheduling

  • Regal
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Summary: The theatre maintenance person is a team member classified based on individual theatre needs, and/or employee availability, as either variable hour, part-time fixed, part-time regular or...

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Dive Maintenance Technician

  • People Technology And Processes
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Virginia Beach, VA 23459Title: Dive Maintenance Tech/ 3 M Sup/DPAS Database Specialist Personal Property Custodian Clearance Type: Secret Responsibilities (including but...

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Chesapeake, VA 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 Chesapeake, VA
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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