Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

Equipment Maintenance Technician jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare facilities drive steady demand for technicians skilled in preventive maintenance, electrical systems, and industrial equipment repair. Employers such as Amazon, Siemens, and UPMC maintain large maintenance operations across the state and hire at levels from entry-level technician to senior lead. Pennsylvania's blend of legacy manufacturing in the Mon Valley and expanding distribution infrastructure in the Lehigh Valley keeps this one of the more active markets in the Mid-Atlantic region. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerThermo Fisher Scientific
Top cityAllentown, PA
Cities hiring13
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Manuafacturing Equipment Maintenance Engineer 37
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Manuafacturing Equipment Maintenance Engineer 37
Philips
Reedsville, Pennsylvania
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
$23.29 - $37.27/hr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Lead Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician - Weekend Shift
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Lead Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician - Weekend Shift
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$30 - $33/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Facility and Equipment Maintenance Technician
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Facility and Equipment Maintenance Technician
Plum Creek Farm Market and Creamery
Bernville, Pennsylvania
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$28 - $38/hr
On-Site
EPA Refrigeration Certification

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Pit Equipment Maintenance Mechanics
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Pit Equipment Maintenance Mechanics
John F Martin & Sons
Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades

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Equipment Maintenance Coordinator
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Equipment Maintenance Coordinator
Allegheny Contracting
Ridgway, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Operations
Procurement & Purchasing
$24 - $27/hr
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Allentown
3 jobs
Philadelphia
2 jobs
Tipton
1 job
Ridgway
1 job
Carlisle
1 job
Leesport
1 job
Bernville
1 job
Reedsville
1 job
Womelsdorf
1 job

Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Thermo Fisher Scientific2 open roles
UNFI1 open role
onsemi1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Associate degree or vocational certificate in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing or facility equipment
  • Proficiency with electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics in an industrial setting
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment blueprints
  • Physical ability to lift equipment, work in confined spaces, and stand for extended shifts
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures required by Pennsylvania facilities

Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a equipment maintenance technician in Pennsylvania?

The most direct path is completing a two-year associate degree or vocational certificate in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or electrical technology from a Pennsylvania community college such as Community College of Allegheny County or Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology. Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license for most equipment maintenance technician roles, but earning a credential like NIMS certification or an EPA 608 certificate for refrigerants strengthens candidacy with most employers.

Which companies hire equipment maintenance technicians in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania equipment maintenance technician roles are posted by Thermo Fisher Scientific, UNFI, and onsemi and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's mix of large distribution centers, healthcare campuses, and industrial manufacturers means openings appear across diverse sectors throughout the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most equipment maintenance technician jobs?

Allentown, Philadelphia, and Juniata County lead Pennsylvania for equipment maintenance technician openings right now. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh anchor the list because of their large hospital networks, manufacturing plants, and distribution hubs, while the Lehigh Valley's rapid growth as a national logistics corridor has made areas like Allentown and Bethlehem consistent sources of technician demand.

Are there remote equipment maintenance technician jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. Equipment maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical machinery, so most roles require on-site presence. About 0% of equipment maintenance technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be supervisory, planning, or technical support roles rather than bench-level maintenance work.

How can I get hired as a equipment maintenance technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

Enrolling in a pre-apprenticeship or registered apprenticeship through organizations like the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's apprenticeship program is the most realistic entry path, with several manufacturing employers in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia sponsoring structured programs. Large facilities operators such as Amazon and UPMC also hire for maintenance helper and facilities associate roles that provide on-the-job training. Completing a short-term NIMS certification or an OSHA 10-hour card gives applicants without experience a concrete credential to lead with.

Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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