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Industrial Technology: Industrial Maintenance

MCC-Business & Technology
Gene Johnson at 816.482.5441

What do people in industrial maintenance do?
Industrial maintenance mechanics install, maintain and repair industrial machinery and keep production lines running. Problem solving, mechanical ability and manual dexterity are important in this job. Work varies daily.

Where can I work?

  • Manufacturing companies
  • Automotive industry
  • Chemical production facilities
  • Food processing plants

Service technicians may travel citywide to perform specialized maintenance.

How much money can I make in this career?
Average starting salary in Kansas City is $14-15 per hour, and can range as high as $25. With experience and specialization, earnings can reach more than $60,000 annually.

What is the job outlook for industrial maintenance?
Most job openings in the industrial maintenance field will come from the need to replace retiring employees.

How long does it take to get an industrial maintenance certificate or degree?

  • Industrial Maintenance certificate - about 1 year
  • Industrial Technologies associate's degree - about 2 years

What's the advantage of taking classes at MCC-Business & Technology?
You'll learn, get hands-on experience and real-world application of principles in our labs. Industry professionals teach day or evening classes. Employers love to hire our graduates.

Will my credits transfer to another college or university?
This degree will transfer to DeVry University for a bachelor of science degree in technical management. Check with one of our advisors for more transfer information.

To learn more, call 816.482.5200 for information or to schedule a tour.

Companies may contract coursework from this program as on-site training for their employees. To learn more, call 816.482.5204.