Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minnesota
Electrical Maintenance Technician jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Duluth, and Rochester, with strong demand from manufacturers, food processors, and large industrial facilities. 3M, General Mills, and Mayo Clinic Health System are among the established employers with ongoing needs for electrical maintenance technicians across facilities maintenance, production equipment, and building systems. The most in-demand specialties include PLC troubleshooting, industrial controls, and preventive maintenance programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
3M is seeking a Full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician – Multi-craft Electrical in Cottage Grove, MN.
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As an Industrial Maintenance Technician – Multi-craft Electrical, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
- Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, calibrating, and making adjustments to electrical, electronic, and pneumatic process control systems and devices used in production, laboratory, office and utility areas. Calibrating, and making adjustments to heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and climate control systems used in production, laboratory, office, and utility areas.
- Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs repairs.
- Responds to shop work orders in an efficient and safe manner.
- Implements and improves preventive maintenance procedures.
- Determines parts, tools, and supplies necessary for the jobs.
- Documents work activities in the work order CMMS
- Willingness to learn and expand technical skills.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Two-year associate's degree in the electrical maintenance field, or graduate from an approved apprenticeship program.
- Five years of experience in the electrical maintenance/troubleshooting of industrial processing equipment.
- Must possess a current and valid driver’s license and pass Motor Vehicle Record check.
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
- Experience troubleshooting issues with processing equipment and resolving them by implementing appropriate repairs.
- Experience in field instrumentation including process sensors and control devices.
- Experience in Programmable Logic Controllers, AC & DC drive controls, and pneumatic, analog and digital electronics, including computer/microprocessor-based control systems.
- Current State of Minnesota Journeyman Electrician's License or a Master Electrician's License.
- Ability to read and interpret measurement instruments to better troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other people.
- Ability and desire to work as a multi-skilled electrical craftsperson.
Pay & Benefits:
The starting rate of pay for this position is $50.24. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical maintenance technician jobs across Minnesota.
- Journeyworker Electrician license or Minnesota electrical contractor registration preferred for industrial roles
- Associate degree or vocational training in industrial electricity, electromechanical technology, or related field
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
- Proficiency with preventive maintenance software and computerized maintenance management systems
- Completion of a state-approved electrical apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training hours
Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical maintenance technician in Minnesota?
Most electrical maintenance technicians in Minnesota enter through a vocational or technical college program in industrial electricity or electromechanical technology, offered at institutions like Hennepin Technical College, Saint Paul College, and Dunwoody College of Technology. Completing a state-approved electrical apprenticeship strengthens your standing with industrial employers. While Minnesota does not require a specific license for all maintenance technician roles, many industrial employers prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing a Journeyworker Electrician license through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
How much do electrical maintenance technicians make in Minnesota?
Electrical maintenance technicians in Minnesota earn a median of about $80,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,590 for the lowest 10% to over $100,610 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electrical maintenance technicians in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring electrical maintenance technicians in Minnesota include Cleveland-Cliffs, United States Steel, and 3M, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's dense concentration of food manufacturing, medical device, and industrial facilities means openings appear consistently across the state, particularly in the Twin Cities metro.
Which Minnesota cities have the most electrical maintenance technician jobs?
The cities with the most electrical maintenance technician openings in Minnesota are Duluth, Hibbing, and Keewatin. The Twin Cities metro anchors the market because it hosts the state's largest manufacturing campuses, healthcare systems, and distribution centers, while secondary cities like Rochester and Duluth generate steady demand through large medical and industrial employers with permanent facilities maintenance needs.
How can I get hired as a electrical maintenance technician in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in an electrical or electromechanical technology program at a Minnesota technical college such as Dunwoody College of Technology or Hennepin Technical College, which have direct connections to local manufacturers. Many large Minnesota industrial employers, including food processing and medical device companies, hire maintenance helper or facilities technician assistant roles that accept candidates with a completed certificate and no independent experience. Lateral moves from production technician or machine operator roles are common. Earning an OSHA 10 certification and basic PLC familiarity gives candidates a clear edge at the application stage.
Where can I find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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