Maintenance Technician

Their duties typically include inspecting and troubleshooting systems, performing routine preventive maintenance, responding to equipment failures, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. They may work across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or HVAC systems depending on their skill set and the needs of the organisation.

Maintenance Technicians are expected to read technical manuals, maintain service records, and often use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential in this role.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $73,320
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a maintenance technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UEE51220

Diploma of Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering
Online
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HVAC Technician Maintenance Technician Air Conditioning Technician
Refrigeration Mechanic
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HVAC Technician Maintenance Technician Air Conditioning Technician Refrigeration Mechanic + 1 more
UEE42220

Certificate IV in Instrumentation and Control
On Campus
15 days
$5,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Automation Technician
Maintenance Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Automation Technician Maintenance Technician + 1 more
MEM50822

Diploma of Applied Technologies
Traineeship
36 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Designer Maintenance Technician Manufacturing Technician
Production Technician Process Technician Robotics Technician Automation Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Designer Maintenance Technician Manufacturing Technician Production Technician Process Technician Robotics Technician Automation Technician + 4 more
22519VIC

Certificate IV in Integrated Technologies
On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $1,308
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Technician Instrumentation Technician Maintenance Technician
Electrical Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automation Technician Instrumentation Technician Maintenance Technician Electrical Technician + 1 more
MARSS00010

Marine Radio Operator's VHF and HF Skill Set
On Campus
2 days
$0 - $350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deckhand Marine Inspector Marine Surveyor
Fisheries Officer Maintenance Technician Aquaculture Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Deckhand Marine Inspector Marine Surveyor Fisheries Officer Maintenance Technician Aquaculture Technician + 3 more
MARSS00011

Marine Radio Operator's VHF Skill Set
On Campus
2 days
$350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aquaculture Technician Deckhand Fisheries Officer
Maintenance Technician Marine Inspector Marine Surveyor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aquaculture Technician Deckhand Fisheries Officer Maintenance Technician Marine Inspector Marine Surveyor + 3 more
TLID3035

Operate a Boom Type Elevating Work Platform
Distance, On Campus
1 - 2 days
$0 - $384
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Worker Electrical Trades Assistant Maintenance Technician
Sign Installer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Worker Electrical Trades Assistant Maintenance Technician Sign Installer + 1 more
MSMSS00019

Operate a Drain Cleaning System
On Campus
2 days
$795 - $800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drainer Drainage Worker Maintenance Technician
Apprentice Plumber
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drainer Drainage Worker Maintenance Technician Apprentice Plumber + 1 more
RIIHAN305D

Operate a Gantry or Overhead Crane
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 2 days
$0 - $2,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Operator Boilermaker Welder
Maintenance Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machine Operator Boilermaker Welder Maintenance Technician + 1 more
MSMSS00018

Operate a High Pressure Water Jetting System
On Campus
2 days
$795 - $800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Technician
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