Maintenance Technician Jobs in Rhode Island

Maintenance Technician jobs in Rhode Island are steady and in consistent demand, concentrated in manufacturing, healthcare facilities, commercial property management, and the state's growing higher education sector, with openings at every level from entry-level building maintenance to senior industrial technician. Providence, Warwick, and Pawtucket are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Lifespan Health System, Amica Mutual, and Textron. HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance coordination are the most in-demand specialties across Rhode Island employers. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles76
Top employerPharmaron
Top cityProvidence, RI
Cities hiring24
Work type96% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Smithfield
Maintenance Technician
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Maintenance Technician
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Smithfield
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Mechanical Engineering
Skilled Trades
$19 - $20/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Landings Real Estate Group
Maintenance Technician
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Maintenance Technician
Landings Real Estate Group
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
Construction Management
Health & Safety
Skilled Trades
$22 - $24/hr
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Ecogy Energy
Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician
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Ecogy Energy
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Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician
Ecogy Energy
Newport, Rhode Island
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$85k - $115k/yr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Uline
Facilities Maintenance Technician
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Facilities Maintenance Technician
Uline
Coventry, Rhode Island
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$29 - $36/hr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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WinnCompanies
Maintenance Technician I (Maintenance Apprentice) - Rhode Island Region
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Maintenance Technician I (Maintenance Apprentice) - Rhode Island Region
WinnCompanies
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Business Operations
Customer Success
Project Management
$22 - $23/hr
1,001-5,000

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Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Rhode Island

Where Rhode Island roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Providence
17 jobs
Warwick
6 jobs
Middletown
6 jobs
North Kingstown
6 jobs
Coventry
5 jobs
East Providence
5 jobs
Pawtucket
4 jobs
Cranston
3 jobs
West Greenwich
3 jobs

Maintenance Technician Job Market in Rhode Island

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

Who's Hiring

Pharmaron
Pharmaron3 open roles
Firestone Complete Auto Care
Firestone Complete Auto Care3 open roles
Amgen
Amgen2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices

What Rhode Island Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance technician jobs across Rhode Island.

  • Valid Rhode Island electrical license or EPA 608 certification where applicable to the role
  • Two or more years of hands-on experience in building or industrial maintenance
  • Demonstrated proficiency with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems troubleshooting
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals accurately
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance software or computerized maintenance management systems
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for multi-site or on-call coverage

Maintenance Technician Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a maintenance technician in Rhode Island?

Most Rhode Island employers expect a high school diploma or GED plus vocational training or an associate degree in a trade such as HVAC, electrical technology, or mechanical systems. Electrical work requires a Rhode Island electrician's license issued through the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training. EPA 608 certification is required for any role involving refrigerants. Many technicians start through apprenticeship programs or trade school partnerships with community colleges such as Community College of Rhode Island.

Which companies hire maintenance technicians in Rhode Island?

Companies currently hiring maintenance technicians in Rhode Island include Pharmaron, Firestone Complete Auto Care, and Amgen, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Rhode Island's dense concentration of hospitals, universities, and mid-size manufacturers means institutional employers and industrial facilities generate the largest share of steady openings statewide.

Which Rhode Island cities have the most maintenance technician jobs?

Providence, Warwick, and Middletown post the most maintenance technician openings in Rhode Island. Providence dominates due to its large hospital systems, universities, and commercial real estate portfolio, while Warwick's concentration of retail, hospitality, and corporate campuses drives consistent demand, and Pawtucket's industrial and manufacturing base produces reliable openings for technicians with mechanical and electrical skills.

Are there remote maintenance technician jobs in Rhode Island?

Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and site-dependent, so fully remote roles make up a small fraction of the market. About 4% of maintenance technician openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. The remote-eligible portions of the role typically involve work order coordination, maintenance scheduling, or vendor management for facilities supervisors who oversee multiple sites.

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

The most realistic entry path is a helper or maintenance assistant role, which Rhode Island hospital systems such as Lifespan and manufacturing facilities in the Pawtucket and Providence areas hire for without requiring full trade experience. Community College of Rhode Island offers certificate programs in HVAC and electrical technology that strengthen candidacy. Completing an apprenticeship through the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training's registered apprenticeship program is another concrete route that pairs on-the-job learning with a credential employers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in Rhode Island?

You can find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current Rhode Island openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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