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Conduct root cause analysis and predictive maintenance to prevent downtime. • Leadership & Training: Mentor and train junior technicians, coordinate maintenance schedules, and lead teams during ...

Conduct root cause analysis and predictive maintenance to prevent downtime. • Leadership & Training: Mentor and train junior technicians, coordinate maintenance schedules, and lead teams during ...

Master Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping the facility operating and repairing ... and predictive maintenance on high-tech automated equipment. * Uses Computerized Maintenance ...

Master Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping the facility operating and repairing ... and predictive maintenance on high-tech automated equipment. * Uses Computerized Maintenance ...

Mechanical technicians will partner with licensed electricians while developing toward licensure ... Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM) * Execute and continuously improve PM/PdM tasks

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How much do predictive maintenance technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for predictive maintenance technician in the United States is $21.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Predictive Maintenance Technician?

A Predictive Maintenance Technician is a specialized professional who uses advanced tools and technologies to monitor the condition of equipment and machinery. Their main goal is to identify potential issues before they lead to equipment failure, using techniques such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil analysis. By collecting and analyzing data, they help organizations schedule maintenance activities proactively, reducing downtime and repair costs. This role is essential in industries where equipment reliability is critical, such as manufacturing, energy, and transportation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Predictive Maintenance Technician, and why are they important?

A Predictive Maintenance Technician typically needs a background in mechanical or electrical engineering, strong diagnostic abilities, and relevant technical certifications such as vibration analysis or thermography. Familiarity with predictive maintenance tools like CMMS software, condition monitoring devices, and data analysis platforms is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities are crucial for accurately identifying equipment issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring efficient, cost-effective maintenance operations.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Predictive Maintenance Technician, and how can they be addressed?

Predictive Maintenance Technicians often encounter challenges such as accurately interpreting sensor data, staying updated with evolving diagnostic technologies, and ensuring minimal disruption to operations during maintenance checks. To address these, technicians need strong analytical skills, ongoing training in the latest monitoring tools, and clear communication with operations teams to coordinate maintenance schedules. Proactively seeking professional development opportunities and collaborating closely with engineering and production staff helps ensure effective problem-solving and equipment reliability.

What is the difference between Predictive Maintenance Technician vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectPredictive Maintenance TechnicianMaintenance Technician
CertificationsOften requires certifications in predictive tools, vibration analysis, or thermographyTypically requires general maintenance or technical certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, manufacturing plants, facilities with advanced monitoring systemsVaried environments including factories, commercial buildings, and equipment repair shops
Job FocusUses data and sensors to predict equipment failures before they occurPerforms routine repairs and preventive maintenance
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, energy, and heavy industry sectorsWidespread across various industries including facilities management and manufacturing

The Predictive Maintenance Technician specializes in analyzing data to forecast equipment issues, while the Maintenance Technician performs routine repairs and preventive tasks. Both roles are essential for operational efficiency but differ in their focus and tools used.

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Infographic showing various Predictive Maintenance Technician job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,905 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Maintenance Technician

grede

Wauwatosa, WI

$39.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Grede rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Job description

Join Our Growing Team at Grede as a 3rd shift Industrial Maintenance Technician!

Pay offered: $39.50 plus per hour, starting pay is based on your performance on our skills assessment.

Are you ready to build an exciting career with a best-in-class organization that values innovation, dedication, and opportunities for growth? Grede is committed to helping you achieve and balance your professional and personal goals. Our employees are the key to our success, and we recognize the importance of hard work, diligent customer service, and operational excellence. We strive to empower and support our employees through safety, reliability, and flexibility. If you're looking to accelerate your growth with an industry-leading company powered by a passionate and creative team of experts, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team. This role is vital to the ongoing reliability, safety, and efficiency of our equipment and systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on expert in troubleshooting, repair, and system optimization with a proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior mechanics. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure uptime, productivity, and safety are maximized.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Machinery Maintenance & Overhaul: Lead maintenance strategies, overhauls, and rebuilds for critical equipment (e.g., turbines, motors, compressors). Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on industrial machinery, including motors, pumps, furnaces, conveyors, and dust collectors. Oversee equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.
•    Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues using advanced tools (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing). Conduct root cause analysis and predictive maintenance to prevent downtime.
•    Leadership & Training: Mentor and train junior technicians, coordinate maintenance schedules, and lead teams during shutdowns or major overhauls.
•    System Integration & Engineering: Integrate new equipment into production lines, manage upgrades and retrofits, and collaborate with engineers to optimize efficiency, safety, and reliability.
•    Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Systems: Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve complex hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication systems.
•    Electrical & Automation: Troubleshoot and program electrical systems, including high-voltage equipment, VFDs, PLCs, and SCADA systems. Assist in control system design to maximize uptime.
•    Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Implement and manage predictive maintenance programs using CMMS tools, ensuring accurate monitoring and timely interventions.
•    Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA and industry safety standards, conduct audits, manage LOTO procedures, and lead safety training initiatives.
•    Welding & Fabrication: Perform advanced welding, fabrication, and machining to repair or modify equipment and produce custom parts.
•    Documentation & Reporting: Maintain maintenance records, prepare performance reports, and develop SOPs to ensure consistent repair and operation standards.

Why You'll Love Working For Us: 

•    Opportunity for a $1,000 Retention Bonus
•    Competitive Wages and Benefits
•    Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
•    Insurance: Life, Short, and Long-Term Disability
•    401(K) Match
•    Paid Vacation and Holidays

What We Need From You:

•    Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance or a related field.
•    Advanced mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems knowledge.
•    Proficiency with diagnostic tools and predictive maintenance technologies.
•    Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
•    Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
•    Certification or degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
•    Required to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, background check, and respirator fit test
•    Ability to stand, bend, twist, kneel, walk for 10+ hours, push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds, and work in an extremely hot environment

Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full-time employment can be a powerful step toward long-term success.

To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.


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