Skilled Trades · San Jose, CA

Maintenance Technician jobs in San Jose, CA

Maintenance technicians keep buildings and production equipment running, handling electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical repairs alongside scheduled preventive work.

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$25–$56/hr
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$77k
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Equipment Maintenance Technician

TEKBERRY · San Jose, CA
$42 - $44 per hour

Title: Equipment Maintenance Technician Pay: $42.00 - $44/hr. DOE Location: San Jose, CA (100% Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract Est. End Date: September 2027 Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other…

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Optical Development Engineer

KLA-Tencor · Milpitas, CA
$117.8k - $172.8k

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're ear…

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Staff Field Applications Engineer - Power

Analog Devices · San Jose, CA
$163.53k - $224.85k

About Analog DevicesAnalog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and…

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Senior Density Fill Development Engineer

Intel · Santa Clara, CA
$128.88k - $245.16k

Job Details:Job Description: The Role and ImpactJoin Intel's Design Technology Platform (DTP) organization and become an integral part of a highly skilled team driving the development of cutting-edge technologies. As an…

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Sr. Vehicle Maintenance Technician/DOT

Federal Express Corporation · San Jose, CA · Full-time
$33 - $43.41 per hour

Provides timely, quality maintenance for FedEx vehicle fleet and ground support equipment which requires preventative maintenance, troubleshooting... ...with OSHA and DOT standards. Guides and supports a staff of technic…

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Hotel Maintenance Technician

Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Jose - Silicon Valley · San Jose, CA · Part-time
$22 - $24 per hour

Job Summary: We are seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Hotel Maintenance Technician. This role involves performing general maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the hotel is sa…

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Kinaxis Development Engineer

Neshent Technologies · San Jose, CA · Temporary

Role Summary We are seeking a skilled Kinaxis Development Engineer with strong expertise in Kinaxis RapidResponse/Maestro to design, develop, configure, and support supply chain planning solutions. The role will focus on…

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Maintenance Technician

Dinerstein Companies · San Jose, CA · Full-time
$25 - $28 per hour

smiling? If you're ready to don your cape and embrace the world of maintenance magic, we've got the perfect opportunity for you! As... ...Values of The Dinerstein Companies. Maintenance Technicians are a vital part of th…

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$22.12 - $27 per hour

OFF) Requirements: 3-5 Years Position eligible for incentive-based bonuses. The ideal candidate will have prior maintenance technician experience with strong HVAC skills and basic plumbing knowledge. Previous hands-on ex…

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Maintenance Technician - Thornbridge

Greystar · San Jose, CA
$25.96 - $27 per hour

Experience with electrical, HVAC, and plumbing repairs and maintenance preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in both English... ...standards, scope and specifications as required. Service Technician 3. Assists in…

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What maintenance technicians earn in San Jose

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Apprentice $25–$33 $52k–$69k
Journeyman $32–$42 $66k–$88k
Master / Lead $40–$56 $83k–$117k

Adjusted for the San Jose market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

Electrical troubleshootingMechanical repairBasic plumbing and HVACPreventive maintenanceCMMS work order systemsBlueprint and schematic readingWelding and fabrication basicsPrioritizing under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

A production line is down and every minute costs money. Walk me through your response.

Show a calm sequence: make it safe, gather symptoms from the operator, isolate the fault, and communicate an honest ETA while you work.

What is your strongest trade area, and where are you still developing?

Multi-craft roles expect a spike and gaps. Name your strength with an example and show you are actively closing a specific gap.

How do you approach preventive maintenance versus reactive repairs?

Explain that disciplined PMs reduce breakdowns, and describe following schedules in a CMMS while still documenting what you find.

Describe your experience with electrical troubleshooting.

Be specific about voltages you work with, reading schematics, using a multimeter, and where your comfort level ends. Overclaiming here is dangerous.

Tell me about a repair where you had to improvise safely.

Pick a story where you made a temporary fix, flagged it clearly, and followed up with the proper repair. Judgment plus follow-through.

What CMMS or work order systems have you used?

Name them and mention your documentation habits. Managers rely on your notes for parts, history, and audits.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For maintenance technicians specifically — generic advice costs you here

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List your trade coverage explicitly: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and PLCs if applicable.

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Include certifications like EPA 608, OSHA 10/30, or boiler operator licenses.

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Quantify uptime or downtime reductions you contributed to on specific equipment.

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Name the CMMS platforms you have used, such as Maximo, Fiix, or UpKeep.

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Mention the environment: manufacturing plant, hospital, apartment complex, or commercial facility, since employers filter on it.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Maintenance Helper
02 Maintenance Technician
03 Senior Maintenance Technician
04 Maintenance Supervisor
05 Facilities Manager
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