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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We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team at our foundry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a manufacturing environment where safety, precision, and reliability are paramount. The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems and mechanical equipment to ensure continuous and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Repair and maintain electric, diesel and LP industrial trucks following manuals.
2. Repair and adjust, using hand tools, conveyor systems.
3. Repair and maintain electrical, mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment following blueprints and specifications.
4. Repair and maintain (in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer's specifications) machinery and mechanical equipment and pneumatic tools.
5. Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoist, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
6. Lubricate and clean parts.
7. Align machines and equipment and assemble machines. Bolt, weld, rivet and otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures.
8. Weld metal components together to fabricate and repair products using brazing and variety of arc and gas welding equipment.
9. May set up and operate metal working tools, such as drill press or grinder, to make or repair parts.
10. Maintain good housekeeping.
11. Maintain and adhere to ISO standards, including but not limited to, the Quality Policy Statement, work instructions as well as the Quality Control Procedures Manual.
12. Any other duties as directed by a supervisor.
Skills and Qualifications:
1. One year of heavy industrial maintenance experience and two-year voc/tech electrical maintenance program, or eight years of heavy industrial maintenance experience, or completion of electrical apprenticeship program.
2. Verifiable knowledge of electrical systems, piping, hydraulics and welding either through work experience or internal training program.
3. Ability to understand and follow process piping systems.
4. Ability to engage in setting up, installing, repairing and maintaining process equipment and machinery.
5. Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
6. Troubleshooting ability.
7. Fork truck repair experience.
8. Ability to use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments and welding equipment.
9. Must be able to perform physical demands of the position, which include continuos standing & walking, bending & crouching, climbing ladders & stairs, working overhead. Tolerate and work in temperature extremes. Must be able to lift, in varying positions, up to 50lbs.
At ME, we offer innovative and rich benefit programs without the rich costs for our people, including medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, wellness program, and 401(k) with company matching.
Requirements:
1. One year of heavy industrial maintenance experience and two-year voc/tech electrical maintenance program, or eight years of heavy industrial maintenance experience, or completion of electrical apprenticeship program.
2. Verifiable knowledge of electrical systems, piping, hydraulics and welding either through work experience or internal training program.
Electrical Maintenance Technician - Foundry
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team at our foundry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a manufacturing environment where safety, precision, and reliability are paramount. The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems and mechanical equipment to ensure continuous and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Repair and maintain electric, diesel and LP industrial trucks following manuals.
2. Repair and adjust, using hand tools, conveyor systems.
3. Repair and maintain electrical, mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment following blueprints and specifications.
4. Repair and maintain (in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer's specifications) machinery and mechanical equipment and pneumatic tools.
5. Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoist, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
6. Lubricate and clean parts.
7. Align machines and equipment and assemble machines. Bolt, weld, rivet and otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures.
8. Weld metal components together to fabricate and repair products using brazing and variety of arc and gas welding equipment.
9. May set up and operate metal working tools, such as drill press or grinder, to make or repair parts.
10. Maintain good housekeeping.
11. Maintain and adhere to ISO standards, including but not limited to, the Quality Policy Statement, work instructions as well as the Quality Control Procedures Manual.
12. Any other duties as directed by a supervisor.
Skills and Qualifications:
1. One year of heavy industrial maintenance experience and two-year voc/tech electrical maintenance program, or eight years of heavy industrial maintenance experience, or completion of electrical apprenticeship program.
2. Verifiable knowledge of electrical systems, piping, hydraulics and welding either through work experience or internal training program.
3. Ability to understand and follow process piping systems.
4. Ability to engage in setting up, installing, repairing and maintaining process equipment and machinery.
5. Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
6. Troubleshooting ability.
7. Fork truck repair experience.
8. Ability to use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments and welding equipment.
9. Must be able to perform physical demands of the position, which include continuos standing & walking, bending & crouching, climbing ladders & stairs, working overhead. Tolerate and work in temperature extremes. Must be able to lift, in varying positions, up to 50lbs.
At ME, we offer innovative and rich benefit programs without the rich costs for our people, including medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, wellness program, and 401(k) with company matching.
Requirements:
1. One year of heavy industrial maintenance experience and two-year voc/tech electrical maintenance program, or eight years of heavy industrial maintenance experience, or completion of electrical apprenticeship program.
2. Verifiable knowledge of electrical systems, piping, hydraulics and welding either through work experience or internal training program.
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Electrical Maintenance Technician Job Market in Minnesota
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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 BendTec, ME ELECMETAL, and Epiroc Careers, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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, Silver Bay, and Minneapolis. 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.
Are there remote electrical maintenance technician jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment and facilities, which limits remote options significantly. About 0% of electrical maintenance technician openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be in technical support, documentation, or CMMS administration rather than direct maintenance work.
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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