Maintenance Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania
Maintenance Technician jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in manufacturing, healthcare facilities, commercial real estate, and higher education institutions at every level from entry-level through senior lead technician. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Aramark, Comcast, and UPMC, which maintain large facilities operations across the state. Preventive maintenance, HVAC systems, and electrical troubleshooting are the most in-demand specialties in Pennsylvania listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position consists of General Repair and Maintenance of a portfolio of properties located in the Philadelphia. We are seeking a detailed oriented maintenance technician with exceptional diagnostics and problem-solving skills, and the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations. We are looking for someone with general knowledge of repairs. Technician will be completing work orders for rental units, including residential properties.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all areas of building maintenance at multiple properties (all within a 2-3 miles radius)
- Inspect and prepare vacant units for apartment turnover
- Ensure completion of work orders in a timely fashion
- Perform routine preventive maintenance
Qualifications:
- Candidate will (preferably) have at least 3 years of experience in maintenance
- Deadline and detailed oriented
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Tools required to complete repairs
- Cell phone for receiving work orders, clocking in and out, and communicating with management and tenants.
In this role, you must have general knowledge of:
- Plumbing
- Electric
- Roofing
- Installation
- Appliance repair
- Drywall
- Painting
- The Mechanical
- HVAC
Technician will be responsible for completing the projects from start to finish, documenting work completed with pictures and notes along with communication with tenants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Philadelphia, PA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Position consists of General Repair and Maintenance of a portfolio of properties located in the Philadelphia. We are seeking a detailed oriented maintenance technician with exceptional diagnostics and problem-solving skills, and the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations. We are looking for someone with general knowledge of repairs. Technician will be completing work orders for rental units, including residential properties.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all areas of building maintenance at multiple properties (all within a 2-3 miles radius)
- Inspect and prepare vacant units for apartment turnover
- Ensure completion of work orders in a timely fashion
- Perform routine preventive maintenance
Qualifications:
- Candidate will (preferably) have at least 3 years of experience in maintenance
- Deadline and detailed oriented
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Tools required to complete repairs
- Cell phone for receiving work orders, clocking in and out, and communicating with management and tenants.
In this role, you must have general knowledge of:
- Plumbing
- Electric
- Roofing
- Installation
- Appliance repair
- Drywall
- Painting
- The Mechanical
- HVAC
Technician will be responsible for completing the projects from start to finish, documenting work completed with pictures and notes along with communication with tenants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Philadelphia, PA (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance technician jobs across Pennsylvania.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in a skilled trade
- Hands-on experience with HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems in a commercial or industrial setting
- Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and equipment schematics accurately
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license required for multi-site or campus facility roles
- EPA Section 608 certification preferred for roles involving refrigerants and HVAC equipment
Maintenance Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance technician in Pennsylvania?
Most employers in Pennsylvania hire maintenance technicians who have completed a vocational or technical program in a skilled trade such as HVAC, electrical, or plumbing, typically from a Pennsylvania community college or career and technical center. Pennsylvania does not require a universal maintenance technician license, but HVAC work involving refrigerants requires EPA Section 608 certification, and electricians in Pennsylvania must be licensed through the relevant municipality or county. Apprenticeships through trade unions like IBEW or UA Plumbers are another well-established entry path.
Which companies hire maintenance technicians in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring maintenance technicians in Pennsylvania right now include Electrical Automation Services, Berger Communities, and Firestone Complete Auto Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's large healthcare networks, university campuses, and manufacturing plants generate consistent year-round openings for both facility and industrial maintenance roles.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most maintenance technician jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Erie have the most maintenance technician openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives the largest share through its concentration of hospital systems, commercial real estate portfolios, and corporate headquarters, while Pittsburgh's manufacturing base and large university and medical campuses sustain strong demand, and Allentown draws openings from the Lehigh Valley's growing logistics and light industrial corridor.
Are there remote maintenance technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 2% of maintenance technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the hands-on, on-site nature of most facilities and equipment work. The roles most likely to carry any remote component are maintenance coordination, scheduling, or CMMS administration positions rather than technician roles with direct equipment responsibility.
How can I get hired as a maintenance technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a maintenance helper or facilities assistant role, which large Pennsylvania employers like hospital systems, university facilities departments, and property management companies regularly post for candidates without a full trade background. Pennsylvania community colleges and career and technical centers offer short-term certificates in HVAC, electrical, or building maintenance that meaningfully strengthen an application. UPMC, Temple University, and major property management firms in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh all run structured facilities onboarding tracks that place new technicians alongside experienced leads.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from the listing.
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