MAINTENANCE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Jun 26, 2025 - The Maintenance Professional demonstrates strong expertise in maintaining, repairing, and optimizing mechanical and electrical systems to ensure operational reliability and safety. This role requires a solid understanding of preventive maintenance strategies, troubleshooting techniques, and equipment diagnostics across various facility types. This position also consistently applies technical knowledge, attention to detail, and hands-on experience to minimize downtime and support smooth, efficient operations.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Maintenance Resume
- Preventive Maintenance
- Work Order Management
- Inventory Control
- PO Processing
- Report Generation
- Equipment Repair
- SAP Support
- KPI Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Schedule Coordination
- Team Coordination
- Vendor Communication
- Problem Solving
- Task Organization
- Time Management
- Customer Relations
- Phone Handling
- Project Management
- Dispatcher Support
- Conflict Resolution


Summary of Maintenance Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Environmental Science with 1 year of Experience
- Retail customer working experience
- Excellent customer service skills
- Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Capable of handling multiple tasks at once time
- Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation
- An ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors to accomplish tasks
2. BS in Electronics Technology with 2 years of Experience
- Experience in an administrative environment or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Good interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
- Good word processing skills and knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Great attention to detail.
- General awareness clinical trial environment and the drug development process.
- An ability to work on multiple projects.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and sponsors.
3. BS in Building Maintenance Technology with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in aircraft maintenance control, maintenance supervisor, crew chief, avionics lead, or equivalent
- Corporate aircraft or regional airline maintenance experience, specific experience on Citation X, Challenger 300/350, and/or Global 5000 highly desirable
- Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and task management skills
- Must be computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office, typing skills
- Experience with CAMP, AVTRAK, CMP, JETDOCS, Corridor, EBIS, or other maintenance-specific applications is highly desirable
- Must be a clear and concise verbal and written communicator
- Must be able to work weekends and second or third shift, as well as occasional overtime
- Must be insurable under the company's insurance requirements
- Must be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Must have A&P certificate
4. BA in Facility Management with 3 years of Experience
- Grocery retail experience in Maintenance department processes and procedures.
- Previous experience in the natural foods industry
- Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
- Ability to adapt to the ever-changing high volume retail while working in a cross-functional team environment.
- Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
- Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.
- Advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross-functionally with peers and senior management.
- An ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills
- Must be able to support and contribute to team goals.
- Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
5. BS in Industrial Technology with 8 years of Experience
- Experience with maintenance programs (preferably SAP, Maximo (CMMS), or similar).
- Experience as a Maintenance Manager.
- Experience in the maintenance field.
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional and/or Certified Reliability Engineer
- Familiarity with equipment Lifecycle Management (LCM), Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA), Life Cycle Cost (LCC), and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Experience with Automation, PLCs, Controls, and Vision systems.
- Demonstrated ability in preventive maintenance, TPM, capital project development, cost estimation, and management
- Expertise in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic
- Working with practical knowledge of plant utility systems
- Working knowledge of PLCs and plant automation systems
6. BS in Plumbing Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in CAD and SAP enterprise software
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Previous management and supervisory experience
- Ability to manage capital projects from inception to completion, as well as implement changes
- Preventive Maintenance program experience
- Inventory and related budget experience
- Mechanically inclined experience
- Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements
- Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma experience
- Knowledge of regulatory or environmental requirements
7. BS in Energy Management with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in trades and repairs
- Ability to work with a variety of personalities with tact, solid customer service skills, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with an above-average level of emotional intelligence.
- Proven work experience and ability to provide a broad range of maintenance repairs, including drywall, plumbing, painting, electrical, mechanical, and general maintenance.
- Proficiency in the use of tools and equipment required to perform the functions of the position.
- Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and positive team attitude, with strong organization and communication skills
- Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with other departments, key business partners, and government agencies.
- Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills, with effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Basic mathematical skills in taking measurements and reporting.
- Computer literacy with the ability to use a smart smartphone and tablet, including effective working skills with Outlook.
- Experience with Yardi or other property management software
- Knowledge of fire safety systems and building mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS regulations, Life Safety Certification, and First Aid.
8. BS in Civil Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics
- Knowledge of cable television products and services
- Knowledge of the National Electric Code and National Electric Safety Code
- Working knowledge of HVAC equipment
- Knowledge of backup generator systems
- Vision ability close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices
- Ability to adhere to Local, Federal regulations, and Company policies
- Ability to carry, climb, and operate an extension ladder (approximately 28 ft. high and 75 pounds)
- Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires
- Ability to implement record-keeping procedures
- Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e., word processing, spreadsheet, etc.)
9. BS in Electrical Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Able to commit to a small percentage of travel on-site and provide customer solutions during odd hours and weekends
- Willing to work during odd hours for maintenance windows (e.g., a few days a week between 10 pm and midnight regularly)
- Experience deploying complex custom software in a technology-oriented company, preferably Wireless or Telecom domain.
- Solid skills in Unix/Linux and shell programming
- Practical understanding of Ansible, Kubernetes/Docker, Kafka, and implementation of the solutions based upon these tools
- Knowledge of networking, servers, and storage
- Strong written and verbal communicator, and ability to communicate courteously and effectively with customers, third-party vendors, and partners
- Must have completed minimum one project end-to-end in a technical System Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Deployment Engineer role
- Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software such as Salesforce, JIRA, and Confluence
- Certification in Cloud, e.g., AWS/Microsoft Azure, with Project management certification
- Understanding of support processes, KPIs, and SLA management
- Ability to handle escalations and drive customer communications daily
- Proven ability to learn and apply new skills and processes quickly, and train others in the team
- Experience as an individual contributor with customer focus and service orientation, with solid leadership and coaching skills
10. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Knowledge of industrial maintenance techniques (PM, PDM, RCM, TPM)
- Knowledge of mechanical conveying equipment (screw, drag, belt conveyor, bucket elevators, dust collectors, rotary valves, centrifugal pumps, compressors, blowers, fans, mills, centrifuges, rotary dryers, and tanks)
- Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
- Understanding of good engineering and safety practices
- Ability to coordinate, train, and motivate hourly employees and outside contractors
- Good communication and technical writing skills
- Ability to manage the budget and to estimate costs related to various projects
- Knowledge of capital money management and return on investment
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience in failure analysis
- Demonstrated equipment reliability knowledge
- Strong teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues and to support the maintenance teams
11. BS in Electronics Technology with 2 years of Experience
- Experience performing preventive maintenance, or must be willing to be trained on MHE and PM repairs
- Good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain co-worker relationships
- Ability to read and follow written instructions in English
- Ability to work varied shifts and a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
- Demonstrated ability to maintain good attendance and punctuality on the job
- Must be willing to learn materials handling equipment (MHE) and facility PM service repairs, and have a willingness to be trained.
- Must be able to get along with co-workers and respond to repair needs throughout the shift.
- An ability to work with Operations management and other departments in a positive, productive manner.
- Must be able to communicate in English to receive and follow directions, interface with suppliers, and complete required paperwork for maintenance performed.
- Positive attitude, ability to work under pressure, and good attendance
- Good organization skills, detail-oriented for accuracy.
12. BS in Industrial Technology with 8 years of Experience
- An in-depth understanding of maintenance functions in a manufacturing environment.
- Understanding of various utility systems, including pumps, HVAC systems, compressors, boilers, steam systems, and ancillary services, chillers, cooling towers, clean steam generators, purified water systems, CIP systems, and low voltage electrical systems.
- Knowledgeable of OSHA and DEP regulations.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, LEAN, and other improvement techniques
- Integrity and strong leadership skills, with character that is above reproach.
- Ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication to all levels of employees within the company.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to influence, lead employees, and translate the vision of the company and its business strategy.
- Goal/Results oriented, and the ability to set high goals and achieve results.
- Self-starter, team player, with the ability to work across the organization.
- Good development and facilitation skills.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
13. BS in Building Maintenance Technology with 4 years of Experience
- Mechanical/electrical background and tech school background
- Good oral/written communication skills and possesses tact.
- Good administrative and mathematical skills with a willingness to handle paperwork
- Knowledge of Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Proficient in Popular CMMS solutions like Maximo 7.6, SAP Maintenance, and Prisma
- Have good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to understand what constitutes good instructions
- Able to read blueprints and shop drawings
- Strong sketching ability
- Understanding of the proper use of work orders, priorities, scheduling, etc.
- Ability to keep multiple jobs in controlled motion, simultaneously.
- Ability to bring order from chaos.
- Orientation and commitment to customer service.
14. BS in Construction Management with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in industrial maintenance
- Prior experience in a beverage, food, or other clean manufacturing environment with familiarity with quality, GMP and hygiene regulations
- Prior experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, electric systems and PLC control systems and communication systems
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs with a grasp of financial factors in maintenance
- Must have used maintenance scheduling software in the past - SAP and/or HIPPO
- Ability to adapt to changing operational and organizational needs
- Strong team player with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines
- Ability to assess, evaluate, and solve problems
- Ability to grow relationships with business partners and to lead, coach, and develop employees
- Must be able to use the Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
15. BS in Automotive Technology with 7 years of Experience
- Previous maintenance experience in a supervisory role
- Strong electrical and PLC troubleshooting experience
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, schematics, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
- Ability to calculate figures.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Knowledge and experience with Preventive Maintenance programs.
- Knowledge of Electronic and Electrical principles.
- Experience in writing employee appraisals/evaluations, Maintenance procedures, and Job Descriptions.
- Must be computer literate with CAD/Drafting work experience
16. BS in Applied Science with 6 years of Experience
- Functional experience in a manufacturing environment
- Advanced skills in working with technical documentation (mechanical and electrical drawings, P&IDs, equipment manuals, process flow, etc).
- Mechanic, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, and electrical knowledge.
- Working knowledge and dexterity with tools, utilities, and manufacturing equipment.
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and repairing technical issues.
- Ability to work with office and manufacturing software using computers and HMIs.
- Must not be at any stage of PEP and have at least an overall Strong Performance rating in the last performance appraisal.
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and mandatory overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly, as well as climb stairs and ladders, and bend to 90 degrees repeatedly.
- Proven autonomous and preventive maintenance experience
- CMRT (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician) or any other relevant certifications.
- Experience working in food safety-regulated environments (AIB, FDA, USDA, cGMP)
- Working knowledge of SAP.
17. BS in HVAC Technology with 8 years of Experience
- Experience in outside sales
- Experience in digital media
- Demonstrated success in being a top 5% performer in Enterprise Accounts
- Proven track record of winning new Enterprise Accounts
- Must be currently working on a book of Enterprise Accounts for New Business
- Proven communication skills with senior executives at bigger companies
- Experience using Salesforce.com
- Proven history of overachieving quota and results in a large, high-growth company
- Ability to find, manage, and close new high-level business sales
- Ability to effectively build trust-based relationships with senior-level professionals
- Ability to bring together multiple buyers in the same company to build groundswell, while leveraging partners within ZipRecruiter to effectively evangelize the solution
- Experience selling Recruitment Advertising and/or Cost per Click Advertising