Maintenance Technician Program
Prepare for a hands-on career working with industrial systems and equipment through SJVC’s Maintenance Technician program. Build foundational skills in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting used in industrial and facility settings.
Why Choose SJVC’s Maintenance Technician Program
As one of SJVC’s Trades and Industrial programs, the Maintenance Technician program is designed to help students build practical skills used in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial systems and equipment. Training focuses on real-world applications, helping students develop experience with tools, machinery, and system components commonly used in manufacturing and facility settings. (1)
When choosing a maintenance technician school, it’s helpful to find one with hands-on training. At SJVC, students learn in a structured environment that emphasizes safety practices, industry‑relevant knowledge, and applied maintenance technician training. Coursework supports skill development in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems. (1)
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Program Details
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
SJVC’s Maintenance Technician program focuses on developing the technical knowledge and hands-on skills used in maintenance technician classes to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial systems and equipment. Training is designed to reflect real-world applications across manufacturing and facility environments.
Students develop skills in areas such as:
- Industrial Electricity: Electrical systems, motor controls, and wiring
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs): Automated systems and logic-based diagnostics
- Fluid Power: Hydraulic and fluid power systems, including valves and actuators
- Power Transmission: Gears, belts, bearings, and couplings
- Mechanical Systems: Troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques for heavy machinery
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Education is the most important investment you can make in your future. There is a financial plan available for everyone, including a broad range of financial assistance options. Visit SJVC’s Net Price Calculator to get personalized information on college costs and financial aid. Check out SJVC’s Academic Catalog to learn about program costs by campus and credential level. You also can talk to an Admissions Advisor to discuss the costs of your chosen program and schedule an appointment with an experienced financial aid officer. Student loans, grants, and scholarships are available to those who qualify.
PROGRAM AVAILABILITY
SJVC’s Maintenance Technician program is available at the following campuses:
ACCREDITATION & APPROVALS
Institutional Accreditation
San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC),1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, Phone: 510-748-9001, Fax: 510-748-9797
The WSCUC is an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
State Approvals
CALIFORNIA
SJVC is a private institution and is approved to operate as an accredited institution by the California Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). Approval to operate means that SJVC has been found in compliance with the standards set forth in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Title 5, Division 7.5, – Private Postsecondary Education of the California Code of Regulations. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.
A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the Bureau’s internet website (www.bppe.ca.gov).
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CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR GRADUATES
Trades Studies
Program Description
SJVC’s Trades Studies program may be completed in 25 weeks. The program is designed for trades professionals who want to advance their career and who have earned a certificate of completion in Electrical Technology; Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration; or Maintenance Technician from an institution of higher learning accredited by an agency that is recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Trades Studies Associate of Science degree affords excellent opportunities for professional growth and development through instruction in general education coursework designed to produce the competencies of higher education that employers expect of college graduates.
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Career Opportunities
Maintenance technicians work in a variety of fields centered on machinery and equipment. They perform maintenance and repairs, monitor equipment performance, and help ensure systems operate efficiently. (2)
Day-to-day, maintenance technician job requirements may include: (2)
- Adjusting and calibrating machinery and equipment
- Cleaning and lubricating machinery or equipment
- Detecting minor problems by performing basic diagnostic tests
- Disassembling equipment and machinery when there is a problem
- Moving equipment and machinery
- Performing tests to make sure that machines are running smoothly
- Reading technical manuals to understand controls and equipment
- Repairing or replacing malfunctioning or broken components
- Testing malfunctioning machinery to determine the need for major repairs
With a focus on applied learning and career-oriented training, SJVC provides a pathway for students interested in working with industrial equipment and facility operations, including roles such as a commercial maintenance technician.
To learn more about career paths, responsibilities, and what to expect in the field, explore our Maintenance Technician Career Guide.
Successful Grads
Ask one of our 88,000+ graduates about their SJVC experience and they’ll likely describe it as life-changing.
Industry Standards & Workforce Readiness
SJVC’s Maintenance Technician program is designed to align with industry practices and the technical skills used in industrial and facility environments. Training focuses on the operation and maintenance of machinery and system components, including industrial bearings, gear systems, and shaft joining and coupling devices.
Students gain experience working with tools, equipment, and systems commonly used in the field, with practical instruction provided using industry-standard equipment and software. This approach supports the development of skills used in real-world maintenance technician training programs.
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- San Joaquin Valley College. “College Catalog.” https://www.sjvc.edu/admissions/catalog/
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Industrial Machinery Mechanics, Machinery Maintenance Workers, and Millwrights.”https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/industrial-machinery-mechanics-and-maintenance-workers.html