Maintenance technician jobs in Roanoke, VA
Real maintenance technician pay in the Roanoke area runs $18 to $24.20 an hour, paid weekly, with new openings added every day.
What the pay really means
Maintenance technician pay in the Roanoke area starts around $18 an hour, with most people landing at about $18.75. Workers who bring more experience, skills like electrical or PLC troubleshooting, or take on second or third shift roles tend to land closer to the $24.20 high end. Either way, you get paid weekly, not every two weeks.
Maintenance technician jobs in Roanoke right now
No maintenance technician jobs are listed in Roanoke at this moment. See all Roanoke openings below, or send your resume and we will reach out when one opens.
No Roanoke openings are listed at this moment. New jobs post most days — send us your resume or call the branch and a recruiter will match you when the next one opens.
What you'll actually do
Maintenance technicians around Roanoke keep production lines, packaging equipment, and building systems running in light-industrial settings like beverage plants, transformer and steel manufacturing, building materials, and warehouses. Day to day, that usually means routine inspections, preventive maintenance, basic repairs, troubleshooting equipment problems, and fixing things before they cause downtime. Some roles lean more mechanical, some more electrical, and some cover both. You'll work with hand tools, power tools, and sometimes diagnostic equipment, depending on the employer.
Pay, shifts, and what employers expect
Real pay for this role in the Roanoke area has ranged from $18 to $24.20 an hour across recent Lingo placements, with $18.75 being typical. Shifts vary by employer — first, second, and third shift jobs are all out there, so you can find something that fits your schedule. Many maintenance technician openings don't require prior experience, though having some mechanical or electrical background can open doors to higher pay. Roles come as temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire, so you can pick what fits your situation.
How to start this week
The current list of open maintenance technician jobs in Roanoke is on this page and it changes daily, so check back often. You can apply online through Lingo's job board or walk into the Roanoke branch at 5102 Williamson Rd, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm — no appointment needed. Lingo covers Roanoke, Salem, Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Vinton, and the New River Valley, and working with Lingo is always free for job seekers. Call (540) 904-5520 if you have questions before you come in.
Straight answers
Do I need experience to get a maintenance technician job through Lingo?
Not always. Many maintenance technician openings in the Roanoke area don't require prior experience, but having mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance background can help you qualify for higher-paying roles.
How much do maintenance technicians actually get paid in Roanoke?
Based on 37 real Lingo placements in this role, pay has ranged from $18 to $24.20 an hour, with $18.75 being typical. You're paid weekly no matter which employer you land with.
What shifts are available for maintenance technician jobs?
Shifts vary by employer — first, second, and third shift openings all show up in the Roanoke area. Check the current job list on this page to see what's available right now.
Does it cost anything to work with Lingo Staffing?
No, it's always free for job seekers. You can apply through Lingo's online job board or walk into the Roanoke branch Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, and talk to someone in person.
Ready to work?
Apply online in minutes or come by the office. Weekly pay, no fees, a local team that picks up the phone.