Thousands of verified Maintenance Technician professionals across North America — onsite, hybrid, or remote. Marketplace and automation service company. Direct contracting.
Reviewed by Automate America Editorial Team — updated 2026-05-26 — citing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics + O*NET SOC 49-9041.00.
Maintenance Technician professionals on AutomateAmerica
$57-$101/hr
Suggested posting rate iSuggested rate is BLS-derived. Actual posting rate varies by location, duration, scope of work, and whether overtime is included. Post higher to attract applicants faster.
+13%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics job growth outlook through 2034
What does a Maintenance Technician do?
A Maintenance Technician keeps the plant running — greasing bearings, swapping motors, troubleshooting drives, and getting a downed line back up before the production meeting starts. They cover mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and basic controls work, all on the same shift. You'd find them in automotive plants, food and beverage, packaging, and any factory where downtime costs more than the technician's truck.
Industrial maintenance technicians keep production equipment running — performing PM, predictive maintenance, breakdown response, and continuous-improvement projects across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls systems. They work from CMMS work orders, perform vibration analysis and thermography routes, manage MRO inventory, and participate in TPM and reliability initiatives.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlook: +13% employment growth projected through 2034 (median annual wage $62,880). See the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
BLS projects 13% growth for industrial machinery mechanics, well above average, with combined annual openings near 100,000. Reshoring + factory automation + aging maintenance workforce retirements create chronic shortages — especially for hybrid mechanical-electrical-controls techs (millwright + electrician + PLC literacy). CMRP-credentialed techs earn $35-50/hr; leads with CMRP clear $100K.
Related Occupations & Specializations
This occupation has no listed sub-specialties.
Top Hiring Locations for Maintenance Technician Contractors
Onboard & manage. Use built-in time sheets, expense reports, and approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire Maintenance Technician contractors on Automate America?
Post your contract on the Post Your Opportunity page. Verified Maintenance Technician contractors will respond with availability and rates within hours. You select the best match and contract directly — marketplace and automation service company.
What does a Maintenance Technician contractor cost per hour?
Hourly rates on Automate America are set by the Maintenance Technician contractor based on experience, geography, and project scope. The platform stat block above shows the live average from recent contracts. For reference, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median annual wage near $62,880 for this occupation (see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent year). Specialized work commands 25-50% premium over the median.
Are Maintenance Technician contractors available for onsite, hybrid, or remote work?
Yes. Automate America connects Maintenance Technician contractors for onsite (any U.S. or Canada location), hybrid, and fully remote work. Specify your preference when you post the contract. You can also browse verified professionals by location before posting.
How fast can I find a Maintenance Technician contractor?
Two paths — both fast. (1)Post your contract and qualified Maintenance Technician contractors will apply within hours. (2) Skip the wait entirely — Search and Request Professionals directly from the Maintenance Technician directory and message the people whose profiles match your need. Most urgent contracts ship within 48 hours.
Does Automate America vet Maintenance Technician contractors before they apply?
All Maintenance Technician contractors on Automate America have verified profiles, documented work history, validated skill sets, and reviews from prior customers. You can also request references, prior-work samples, and certification proof directly before signing.
Can I browse Maintenance Technician contractors before posting a contract?
Yes. Search and Request Professionals shows the full Maintenance Technician directory. You can filter by location, skills, and availability and message contractors directly — no contract post required.
What types of Maintenance Technician contracts can I post?