Maintenance Jobs

Maintenance jobs are open across manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, real estate, and education, at every level from entry-level technician to facilities manager, with specializations in electrical systems, HVAC, and general building maintenance. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21,463+
Top stateTexas
Top employerWalmart
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type98% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Graphic Packaging International
Maintenance
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Graphic Packaging International
New 4h ago
Maintenance
Graphic Packaging International
Hamel, Minnesota
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
$34 - $39/hr
On-Site
None

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Fastenal
Maintenance
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Fastenal
Added 4d ago
Maintenance
Fastenal
Atlanta, Georgia
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Owens Corning
Maintenance
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Owens Corning
Added 6d ago
Maintenance
Owens Corning
Stanley, Virginia
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
$28 - $30/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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SIBELCO
Maintenance
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SIBELCO
Added 1w ago
Maintenance
SIBELCO
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
Skilled Trades
Mechanical Technician
Electrical Technician
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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GDI Services
Maintenance
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GDI Services
Added 1w ago
Maintenance
GDI Services
Brookfield, Wisconsin
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Maintenance Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Walmart
    Walmart609
  • McDonald's
    McDonald's504
  • United Rentals
    United Rentals381
  • Johnson Controls
    Johnson Controls293
  • Sunbelt Rentals
    Sunbelt Rentals234

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing3,069
  • Food & Beverage1,711
  • Construction & Real Estate1,517
  • Automotive1,479
  • Retail1,419

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED with two or more years of hands-on maintenance experience
  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and basic electrical and plumbing repairs
  • Valid EPA 608 certification for roles involving HVAC or refrigerant handling
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification preferred or required
  • Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and maintenance work orders
  • Valid driver's license for facilities or multi-site maintenance positions

Tips for Your Maintenance Job Search

List your certifications before job titles

Maintenance resumes get filtered by certifications first. Put your EPA 608, OSHA 10 or 30, or HVAC licenses in a dedicated section near the top, before work history. Buried credentials cost you callbacks from automated screening.

Match your resume to each work order type

Preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance are distinct skill sets to hiring managers. Tailor your resume bullets to mirror the work order language in each posting, whether that's scheduled PM, reactive repairs, or capital projects.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists maintenance openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target industries with high turnover demand

Manufacturing plants, apartment complexes, and hotel chains post maintenance openings far more frequently than schools or offices. Focusing your search on these sectors shortens your job hunt because positions refill on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Prepare for hands-on skills assessments

Many maintenance interviews include a practical test, reading a wiring diagram, diagnosing a tripped breaker, or explaining a boiler lockout procedure. Review your trade fundamentals before the interview so you can walk through problems out loud without hesitation.

Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay

Maintenance roles often involve night, weekend, or on-call coverage. Ask explicitly about shift differential rates and on-call compensation during the offer stage. These additions can significantly change the total value of two otherwise similar offers.

Maintenance Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most maintenances?

The companies hiring the most maintenances right now include Walmart, McDonald's, and United Rentals, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Property management firms, hotel groups, and manufacturing operators consistently post the highest volumes of maintenance openings nationwide.

How many maintenance jobs are remote?

About 2% of maintenance openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and most of those are administrative or supervisory roles rather than hands-on technician positions. Planning, scheduling, and facilities coordination functions are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements within maintenance departments.

How do you become a maintenance technician?

Start by earning a high school diploma or GED and gaining foundational skills through a vocational program, community college trades course, or entry-level helper role. Build hands-on experience across electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, then pursue certifications like EPA 608 or OSHA 10 to qualify for higher-level openings. Many technicians advance by specializing in one trade while keeping general repair skills current.

Can you get a maintenance job with no prior experience?

Yes, many employers hire maintenance helpers or groundskeeping assistants with no formal experience and train on the job. Starting in a helper role at an apartment complex, hotel, or manufacturing facility gives you supervised exposure to real repair work. Completing a short vocational course in electrical or HVAC basics before applying makes entry-level candidates more competitive even without a work history in the trade.

What does the maintenance interview process look like?

Most maintenance interviews include an initial phone screen focused on your certifications and availability, followed by an in-person interview with a facilities supervisor or HR manager. Expect scenario-based questions about how you would diagnose a specific equipment failure or handle an emergency repair request. Many employers also conduct a brief hands-on skills check or ask you to walk through a past repair in detail to assess your practical knowledge.

Where can I find and apply to maintenance jobs?

You can find and apply to maintenance jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that match your skills and location, then apply directly to each listing. Checking back regularly is worthwhile because maintenance positions open frequently as facilities expand or staff turns over.

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