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Maintenance Technician job description template

A maintenance technician keeps buildings, equipment, and machinery running by performing preventive maintenance and repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They respond to breakdowns, track work orders, and help reduce downtime. Copy this template, replace the bracketed parts, then run it through the free JD Analyzer.

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Maintenance Technician

About the role

[Company Name] is looking for a Maintenance Technician to keep our [facility/equipment] safe and running smoothly. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and building systems, and respond quickly when something breaks. This role suits a versatile, safety-minded problem solver who likes variety.

Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment and building systems
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC issues
  • Respond to breakdowns and emergency repair requests
  • Follow lockout/tagout and all safety procedures
  • Log work orders, parts used, and repair notes in the maintenance system
  • Read manuals, schematics, and drawings to support repairs
  • Order parts and maintain spare parts inventory
  • Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors
  • Recommend improvements to reduce downtime and repeat failures
  • Keep the maintenance shop and tools organized

Requirements

  • 2+ years of maintenance experience in a facility, plant, or property setting
  • Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and building systems
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with hand tools, power tools, and meters
  • Commitment to lockout/tagout and safety practices
  • Ability to read manuals, schematics, and work orders
  • Ability to perform essential tasks such as climbing ladders and lifting parts, with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work the scheduled shift and respond to on-call needs as described

Nice to have

  • EPA Section 608 certification for refrigerant work
  • Experience with PLCs, hydraulics, or pneumatics
  • Experience with a CMMS such as UpKeep, Fiix, or Maintenance Connection
  • Trade school training or apprenticeship

Pay

[Pay range] · [Benefits summary]

Pay transparency

Many states, including CA, CO, NY, WA, and IL, require a good-faith pay range in job postings, so check your state's rules and list the range and any on-call pay.

See the rules for your state in HR laws by state.

Write a more inclusive posting

  • Avoid 'handyman' or 'maintenance man'; use 'maintenance technician'
  • Describe on-call expectations concretely, including frequency and response times
  • List trade school as nice-to-have and value equivalent hands-on experience

Hiring a maintenance technician?

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Maintenance Technician interview questions

Frequently asked questions

How do I assess a maintenance technician's troubleshooting skills?

Ask them to walk through diagnosing a common failure, like a motor that will not start. Strong candidates follow a logical, safe sequence instead of guessing at parts.

What certifications should a maintenance technician job description list?

Only require certifications the work legally needs, such as EPA 608 for refrigerant handling. Other credentials work better as nice-to-haves so experienced candidates are not screened out.

Should I mention on-call duties in the posting?

Yes, describe how often on-call shifts occur and expected response times. Check your state's rules on pay for on-call time.

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