Maintenance Technician

Students will study and master the basic principles, applications, concepts and functions of hydraulic systems, bearing and seal types, and power transmission components.

Students in our Maintenance Technician program learn to:

• Apply basic concepts of electrical theory related to motor control
• Operate and maintain machinery and machinery components such as industrial bearings, gear systems and shaft joining and coupling devices
• Perform advanced hydraulic testing procedures, maintenance and hydraulic systems operation
• Program, install and perform diagnostic functions on programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Use a computer and associated hardware and software to generate documents, prepare electronic spreadsheets, manage databases, conduct internet research and communicate via electronic mail

Employers are looking for a maintenance mechanic who can maintain the equipment required for the operation of modern industrial facilities. Troubleshooting skills and the ability to communicate solutions are valuable assets to these organizations.

With Carrington College’s hands-on approach to training, graduates are prepared to work in a variety of commercial and manufacturing settings as a Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, Machine Repairer, Facilities Maintenance Technician and Building Maintenance Mechanic.

Education is a major investment, but it’s an investment in your future. Every student comes to Carrington with unique financial needs. Carrington College is committed to helping aspiring maintenance technicians achieve their education goals.

For complete information on current tuition costs, please see the Academic Catalog. 

The best way for us to understand your financial needs is to meet in person. Call (602) 492-1086 to set an appointment with our Student Finance Department so we can help you develop your personalized financial plan to achieve your educational goals.

Carrington College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC/WASC), 331 J Street, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95814; 415- 506-0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at http://www.accjc.org/.

For comprehensive information on Carrington’s accreditation and approvals, visit carrington.edu/accreditation.