Industrial Technician Jobs in North Dakota
Industrial Technician jobs in North Dakota concentrate heavily in energy production, agricultural processing, and chemical manufacturing, with steady demand from entry-level maintenance roles through senior automation specialists. The most active hiring markets are Bismarck, Fargo, and Minot, where companies like Cargill, Marathon Petroleum, and Basin Electric Power Cooperative have long-established operations. Instrumentation, electrical systems, and process control are the sub-areas drawing the most consistent openings across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better.
Fundada en 1985, ATS es una empresa con presencia en los Estados Unidos, México y el Reino Unido. Somos profesionales en mantenimiento industrial y hacemos que las fábricas funcionen mejor.
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs entry to mid-level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but not limited to: adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments to sustain and improve operations; repairing or replacing defective parts; reconditioning or repairing machine tools.
- Identifies needed parts, supplies, and repair items.
- Provides support and back up for other members of department as needed by leadership.
- Is aware of Maintenance Industry Standards.
- Assures compliance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
- Participates in CI activities - processes, results and cost savings.
- May be required to setup and operate simple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. May perform basic welding tasks.
- Updates records and reviews CMMS history.
- Performs basic troubleshooting of control systems circuitry.
- Completes technical self-study programs for career development.
- Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines. Situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Behaviors Required:
- High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).
- Associates degree with a Technical focus or 18 months of related experience in general industry or successful completion of the ATS Technician Progression Program.
- Understanding of basic electrical and mechanical systems. Can perform repairs.
- Must be able to use basic hand tools.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors.
ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Pay Range
$23.59-$30.16 USD
ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees without regard to age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Review the privacy policy here.
ATS se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades de empleo en todos los aspectos del empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados, independientemente de su edad, color, raza, religión, sexo (incluido el embarazo, identidad de género y orientación sexual), origen nacional, discapacidad, estatus de veterano, información genética u otro estatus legalmente protegido. Revisión de la polÃtica de privacidad aquà here.
Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better.
Fundada en 1985, ATS es una empresa con presencia en los Estados Unidos, México y el Reino Unido. Somos profesionales en mantenimiento industrial y hacemos que las fábricas funcionen mejor.
Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs entry to mid-level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but not limited to: adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments to sustain and improve operations; repairing or replacing defective parts; reconditioning or repairing machine tools.
- Identifies needed parts, supplies, and repair items.
- Provides support and back up for other members of department as needed by leadership.
- Is aware of Maintenance Industry Standards.
- Assures compliance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
- Participates in CI activities - processes, results and cost savings.
- May be required to setup and operate simple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. May perform basic welding tasks.
- Updates records and reviews CMMS history.
- Performs basic troubleshooting of control systems circuitry.
- Completes technical self-study programs for career development.
- Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines. Situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Behaviors Required:
- High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).
- Associates degree with a Technical focus or 18 months of related experience in general industry or successful completion of the ATS Technician Progression Program.
- Understanding of basic electrical and mechanical systems. Can perform repairs.
- Must be able to use basic hand tools.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors.
ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Pay Range
$23.59-$30.16 USD
ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees without regard to age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Review the privacy policy here.
ATS se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades de empleo en todos los aspectos del empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados, independientemente de su edad, color, raza, religión, sexo (incluido el embarazo, identidad de género y orientación sexual), origen nacional, discapacidad, estatus de veterano, información genética u otro estatus legalmente protegido. Revisión de la polÃtica de privacidad aquà here.
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The qualifications that appear most often in industrial technician jobs across North Dakota.
- Associate degree or technical diploma in industrial technology, electronics, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers and automated control systems
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics
- Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance programs in industrial environments
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Experience with CMMS software for work order tracking and equipment documentation
Industrial Technician Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a industrial technician in North Dakota?
Most industrial technician roles in North Dakota are filled through a two-year associate degree or technical diploma from institutions like Lake Region State College, Bismarck State College, or North Dakota State College of Science, which offer industrial technology and electromechanical programs. North Dakota does not require a state-issued license specific to the industrial technician title, but employers in energy and chemical sectors strongly prefer candidates with OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification and, for electrical work, an appropriate journeyman credential through the North Dakota State Electrical Board.
Which companies hire industrial technicians in North Dakota?
Companies currently hiring industrial technicians in North Dakota include FWS, C&W Services, and Generac Power Systems, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Dakota's energy corridor and grain-processing industry mean that power cooperatives, refinery operators, and agricultural processors make up a large share of consistent openings across the state.
Which North Dakota cities have the most industrial technician jobs?
Wahpeton, North Dakota, and Fargo are the North Dakota cities with the most industrial technician openings. Bismarck anchors state government and utility infrastructure hiring, Fargo draws from manufacturing and food processing along the Red River corridor, and Minot benefits from its proximity to Bakken oil patch operations and the large logistics and energy employers that support them.
How can I get hired as a industrial technician in North Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in or graduating from a two-year program at Bismarck State College or North Dakota State College of Science, both of which have direct relationships with regional energy and manufacturing employers that hire new graduates. Basin Electric Power Cooperative and Cargill both hire entry-level maintenance and operations trainees who learn on the job. Apprenticeship routes through the North Dakota electrical trades also transition well into industrial technician roles, and earning an OSHA-10 certificate before applying gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to industrial technician jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to industrial technician jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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