Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minnesota
Industrial Maintenance Technician jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and St. Cloud, where manufacturers, food processors, and medical device companies keep large production facilities running year-round. Major employers with a consistent presence in the state include General Mills, 3M, and Mayo Clinic, all of which maintain substantial maintenance and facilities teams. Demand is strongest for technicians with skills in PLC troubleshooting, hydraulics, and preventive maintenance on automated production lines. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Industrial Maintenance Technician – CNC & Field Troubleshooting
Location: Detroit Lakes, MN
Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Experience: 5–8+ Years
Salary: $60,000–$70,000 DOE
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician with strong CNC troubleshooting, machine repair, and field troubleshooting experience.
This is a hands-on technical position focused on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining industrial manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting CNC machinery and other metal-forming equipment and be comfortable working independently in the field or at equipment locations when required.
This is not a CNC operator position. The focus is on repair, troubleshooting, technical diagnosis, and getting equipment back into operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment.
- Perform CNC troubleshooting and CNC repair.
- Troubleshoot and repair press brakes, laser equipment, metal-forming equipment, grinders, and other industrial machinery.
- Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls troubleshooting.
- Respond to equipment problems and determine the root cause of failures.
- Work independently in field/onsite environments to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Use manufacturer manuals and technical resources to troubleshoot unfamiliar equipment problems.
- Troubleshoot the HMI, machine computer, controls, alarms, and other electronic/technical components of industrial machinery.
- Communicate with OEMs and equipment vendors regarding HMI, computer, controls, software, and machine-related issues.
- Follow vendor technical guidance and implement recommended repairs.
- Perform equipment repairs, component replacement, adjustments, and corrective maintenance.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
- Document troubleshooting, repairs, parts used, and equipment history through a CMMS or maintenance tracking system.
- Plan maintenance work by considering parts, labor, downtime, and production priorities.
- Identify recurring failures and recommend improvements to equipment reliability.
Required Qualifications
- 5–8+ years of industrial maintenance, machine repair, field service, or equipment troubleshooting experience.
- Strong CNC troubleshooting and CNC repair experience.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability.
- Experience troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work independently and respond to equipment issues in the field or onsite.
- Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Experience troubleshooting HMI and machine-computer issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively with OEMs and equipment vendors.
- Comfortable working with computers, HMIs, machine controls, and technical interfaces.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Tell me about the industrial machinery you personally troubleshoot and repair. What types of machines—press brakes, lasers, CNCs, grinders, etc.—have you worked on?
- Give me a specific example of a machine breakdown where the issue wasn't obvious. How did you diagnose the problem and get the equipment running again?
- Have you used a CMMS? Walk me through how you used it for work orders, equipment history, preventive maintenance, or tracking recurring failures.
- What experience do you have troubleshooting HMIs, machine computers, PLC-related issues, or other electronic/control-system problems?
- Give me an example of how you planned a maintenance job involving parts, labor, downtime, and production priorities.
- When a machine problem goes beyond your immediate knowledge, how do you use manuals, schematics and OEM/vendor technical support to troubleshoot it?
Work Location: In person
Industrial Maintenance Technician – CNC & Field Troubleshooting
Location: Detroit Lakes, MN
Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Experience: 5–8+ Years
Salary: $60,000–$70,000 DOE
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician with strong CNC troubleshooting, machine repair, and field troubleshooting experience.
This is a hands-on technical position focused on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining industrial manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting CNC machinery and other metal-forming equipment and be comfortable working independently in the field or at equipment locations when required.
This is not a CNC operator position. The focus is on repair, troubleshooting, technical diagnosis, and getting equipment back into operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment.
- Perform CNC troubleshooting and CNC repair.
- Troubleshoot and repair press brakes, laser equipment, metal-forming equipment, grinders, and other industrial machinery.
- Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls troubleshooting.
- Respond to equipment problems and determine the root cause of failures.
- Work independently in field/onsite environments to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Use manufacturer manuals and technical resources to troubleshoot unfamiliar equipment problems.
- Troubleshoot the HMI, machine computer, controls, alarms, and other electronic/technical components of industrial machinery.
- Communicate with OEMs and equipment vendors regarding HMI, computer, controls, software, and machine-related issues.
- Follow vendor technical guidance and implement recommended repairs.
- Perform equipment repairs, component replacement, adjustments, and corrective maintenance.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
- Document troubleshooting, repairs, parts used, and equipment history through a CMMS or maintenance tracking system.
- Plan maintenance work by considering parts, labor, downtime, and production priorities.
- Identify recurring failures and recommend improvements to equipment reliability.
Required Qualifications
- 5–8+ years of industrial maintenance, machine repair, field service, or equipment troubleshooting experience.
- Strong CNC troubleshooting and CNC repair experience.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability.
- Experience troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work independently and respond to equipment issues in the field or onsite.
- Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Experience troubleshooting HMI and machine-computer issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively with OEMs and equipment vendors.
- Comfortable working with computers, HMIs, machine controls, and technical interfaces.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Tell me about the industrial machinery you personally troubleshoot and repair. What types of machines—press brakes, lasers, CNCs, grinders, etc.—have you worked on?
- Give me a specific example of a machine breakdown where the issue wasn't obvious. How did you diagnose the problem and get the equipment running again?
- Have you used a CMMS? Walk me through how you used it for work orders, equipment history, preventive maintenance, or tracking recurring failures.
- What experience do you have troubleshooting HMIs, machine computers, PLC-related issues, or other electronic/control-system problems?
- Give me an example of how you planned a maintenance job involving parts, labor, downtime, and production priorities.
- When a machine problem goes beyond your immediate knowledge, how do you use manuals, schematics and OEM/vendor technical support to troubleshoot it?
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in industrial maintenance technician jobs across Minnesota.
- Associate degree or technical diploma in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field
- Two or more years of hands-on experience maintaining industrial machinery and automated equipment
- Demonstrated proficiency with PLCs, variable frequency drives, and industrial control systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals
- Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and component replacement
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call schedules in a manufacturing environment
Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an industrial maintenance technician in Minnesota?
The most direct path is completing an associate degree or technical diploma in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or electrical systems at a Minnesota State college such as Hennepin Technical College, St. Cloud Technical and Community College, or Dakota County Technical College. Minnesota does not require a state-issued license for most industrial maintenance technician roles, but employers consistently prioritize graduates of accredited technical programs combined with hands-on internship or apprenticeship experience.
How much do industrial maintenance technicians make in Minnesota?
Industrial maintenance technicians in Minnesota earn a median of about $63,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,000 for the lowest 10% to over $82,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire industrial maintenance technicians in Minnesota?
Employers hiring industrial maintenance technicians in Minnesota right now include Mauser Packaging Solutions, T.O. Plastics, and Vestis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's concentration of food and beverage manufacturers, medical device makers, and large distribution centers means steady, year-round demand for qualified maintenance technicians across the state.
Which Minnesota cities have the most industrial maintenance technician jobs?
Elk River, Saint Paul, and Minneapolis lead Minnesota for industrial maintenance technician openings. The Twin Cities metro drives the largest share of listings because of its dense cluster of manufacturing plants, food processing facilities, and corporate distribution centers, while Rochester's medical device and healthcare manufacturing sector and St. Cloud's industrial base account for strong hiring in those markets.
Are there remote industrial maintenance technician jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Industrial maintenance technician work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical presence on the production floor to inspect, repair, and calibrate equipment. About 0% of industrial maintenance technician openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve equipment planning, maintenance scheduling, or technical support roles rather than direct floor-level repair work.
How can I get hired as an industrial maintenance technician in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is enrolling in a technical diploma program at a Minnesota State college, many of which include employer-partnered internships with local manufacturers. Large Minnesota employers like General Mills and 3M hire maintenance apprentices and entry-level maintenance associates who train on the job alongside experienced technicians. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as machine operator or production technician often move into maintenance positions after demonstrating mechanical aptitude, and earning a NIMS or OSHA certification before applying gives applicants a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to industrial maintenance technician jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to industrial maintenance technician jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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