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Maintenance Engineer

 
Background
Maintenance engineers inspect, repair, and service machinery and equipment to keep it running smoothly. They use tools and technical knowledge to fix problems, perform regular maintenance checks, and prevent breakdowns in factories, plants, buildings, and other facilities. This role combines practical hands-on work with problem-solving skills.
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Lessons to help you on this path
Publications
Plant EngineeringMaintenance Technology
Books
The Maintenance Engineer's HandbookReliability-Centered MaintenancePreventive Maintenance Planning
Movies
Dirty JobsHow It's Made
Key Figures
John MoubrayTerrence O'HanlonMobley KeithJason Tranter
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference621.8, 658.2For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Maintenance TechnicianPlant Maintenance EngineerEquipment Maintenance EngineerIndustrial Maintenance Technician
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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