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Maintenance Technician

 
Background
Maintenance technicians keep machines, equipment, and systems running smoothly in factories, hospitals, offices, and other workplaces. They inspect equipment regularly, fix problems when things break down, and perform routine maintenance to prevent issues. This might involve replacing parts, testing systems, reading technical manuals, and using hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
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Publications
Plant EngineeringMaintenance Technology Magazine
Books
Maintenance Planning and Scheduling HandbookThe Maintenance Technician's HandbookPreventive Maintenance
Movies
Dirty JobsHow It's Made
Key Figures
John MoubrayTerrence O'HanlonJaiprakash NarayanMobley Keith
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference621.8, 333.33For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Maintenance WorkerMaintenance EngineerPlant TechnicianEquipment TechnicianFacilities Technician
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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