Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs
Industrial Maintenance Technician jobs are open across manufacturing, food and beverage processing, automotive, and utilities, at every level from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in electrical systems, hydraulics, and PLC troubleshooting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay available depending on experience (up to $50.00/hr)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee electrical maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on troubleshooting expertise with team leadership to maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure safe and efficient production operations.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, PLC-based controls, and preventative maintenance, along with proven experience leading and developing maintenance technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians while coordinating daily assignments and priorities.
Diagnose and repair complex electrical, motor control, automation, and PLC-related equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to address equipment issues and improve processes.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and established safety procedures.
Maintain electrical schematics, technical documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
Monitor team performance and identify training opportunities to improve technical capabilities.
Promote workplace safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide leadership support across multiple shifts as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.
Qualifications
At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems.
Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Ability to lead a team, prioritize maintenance activities, and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with manufacturing equipment installations, startups, and improvement projects is preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to regularly walk throughout the production floor and interact with manufacturing personnel.
Ability to stand, bend, and move around manufacturing areas during inspections and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to support multiple shifts and work adjusted hours when operational needs require.
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The listed pay range represents the anticipated base compensation for this position.
Join a team focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to safety, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay available depending on experience (up to $50.00/hr)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee electrical maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on troubleshooting expertise with team leadership to maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure safe and efficient production operations.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, PLC-based controls, and preventative maintenance, along with proven experience leading and developing maintenance technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians while coordinating daily assignments and priorities.
Diagnose and repair complex electrical, motor control, automation, and PLC-related equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to address equipment issues and improve processes.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and established safety procedures.
Maintain electrical schematics, technical documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
Monitor team performance and identify training opportunities to improve technical capabilities.
Promote workplace safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide leadership support across multiple shifts as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.
Qualifications
At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems.
Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Ability to lead a team, prioritize maintenance activities, and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with manufacturing equipment installations, startups, and improvement projects is preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to regularly walk throughout the production floor and interact with manufacturing personnel.
Ability to stand, bend, and move around manufacturing areas during inspections and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to support multiple shifts and work adjusted hours when operational needs require.
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The listed pay range represents the anticipated base compensation for this position.
Join a team focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to safety, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Advanced Technology Services39
- Altium Packaging27
- Flowers Foods23
- Maverick Tech23M
- Intelligrated20
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services17
- Manufacturing8
- Energy7
- Food & Beverage7
- Chemicals & Materials5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in industrial maintenance technician jobs.
- 2-5 years of industrial maintenance or manufacturing maintenance experience
- Proficiency in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and troubleshooting
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification, or willingness to obtain
- High school diploma or GED, with a technical degree or trade certification preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Tips for Your Industrial Maintenance Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to the equipment
List specific equipment brands and models you've maintained, like Allen-Bradley PLCs, Fanuc robotics, or Grundfos pumps. Hiring managers scan for exact names, and generic phrases like 'mechanical systems' won't get your resume past the first review.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists industrial maintenance technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Lead with your certifications upfront
Put your OSHA 10 or 30, NFPA 70E, or forklift certifications in a dedicated section near the top of your resume. Many facilities use these as a hard filter before they read anything else about your background.
Target listings that name your shift preference
Industrial maintenance roles often specify rotating shifts, nights, or weekend on-call requirements. Filter for openings that match your availability from the start so you aren't negotiating a deal-breaker at the offer stage.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many facilities ask candidates to troubleshoot a simulated fault, read a wiring diagram, or identify a component failure during the interview. Review your electrical schematics and hydraulic circuit reading before you walk in.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Tool allowances, shift differentials, on-call pay, and tuition reimbursement for additional certifications are common in maintenance roles. Ask about each of these separately so you understand the full value of an offer before accepting.
Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most industrial maintenance technicians?
The most active employers for industrial maintenance technicians right now are Advanced Technology Services, Altium Packaging, and Flowers Foods, and the most openings are in Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in states with dense manufacturing and food processing operations.
How many industrial maintenance technician jobs are remote?
About 3% of industrial maintenance technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most maintenance work requires physical access to equipment on-site. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are documentation, preventive maintenance scheduling, and remote PLC monitoring roles at companies with distributed facility networks.
How do you become an industrial maintenance technician?
Start by completing a vocational or trade program in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or mechatronics, or pursue an apprenticeship through a local union or employer. Build hands-on experience with PLCs, hydraulics, and electrical systems, then earn certifications like OSHA 10 and NFPA 70E to strengthen your candidacy for facility maintenance roles.
How do you get hired as an industrial maintenance technician with little experience?
Focus on entry-level maintenance helper or technician apprentice roles, which are designed to build skills on the job. Highlight any relevant coursework, trade school training, or personal projects involving electrical or mechanical repair. Earning an OSHA 10 certification before applying shows employers you take safety seriously, which matters in facilities where compliance is non-negotiable.
What does the industrial maintenance technician interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen to confirm your certifications, shift availability, and experience with specific equipment. A second interview with a maintenance supervisor often includes a practical component, such as reading a wiring diagram or walking through how you would diagnose a common fault. Some facilities conduct a final offer discussion with HR covering compensation and on-call expectations.
Where can I find and apply to industrial maintenance technician jobs?
You can find and apply to industrial maintenance technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your equipment experience and shift availability, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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