Maintenance Manager Jobs in Michigan
Maintenance Manager jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in automotive manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and large-scale commercial and industrial facilities across a range of experience levels from entry-level maintenance technician supervisor through senior plant engineering manager. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the primary hiring markets, anchored by employers like General Motors, Whirlpool Corporation, and Stellantis, which maintain substantial facilities operations throughout the state. The most in-demand specialties are preventive maintenance program management, HVAC and electrical systems oversight, and facilities compliance for regulated manufacturing environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Brown Point Facility Management Solutions, LLC. is looking to hire a Working HVAC Maintenance Service Manager to be assigned to a portfolio of commercial office buildings. The Working HVAC Maintenance Service Manager would have the following responsibilities (this list is not all inclusive):
HVAC Technician Responsibilities:
- Supervise Technicians and Subcontractors
- Installing, maintaining and repairing ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
- Maintaining and repairing pumps.
- Maintaining and repairing cooling towers.
- Maintaining and repairing boilers.
- Identifying maintenance risks on equipment.
- Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems.
- Cleaning, adjusting and repairing systems, and performing services.
- Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
- Providing technical direction and on-the-job training.
- Keeping daily logs and records of all maintenance functions.
- Ensuring compliance with appliance standards and with Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Complying with service standards, work instructions and customers' requirements.
- Inspects the building, grounds, and equipment.
- Handles necessary repairs and maintenance.
- Installs equipment and appliances.
- Follows local and state building codes.
- Complies with all company safety regulations.
- Keeps a maintenance log and writes shift reports.
- Reports any issues to the maintenance manager or clients.
- Responds to repair and maintenance requests in a timely fashion.
- Loads and unloads equipment and tools into work vehicles if needed.
- Follows written and verbal instructions from the maintenance manager or clients.
- Collaborates with the maintenance team and contractors as needed.
- Reads and follows manuals, blueprints, and other written instructions.
- Uses equipment, including power tools, hand tools, electric tools, and plumbing tools.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have the ability to pass full background check (up to 50 years in past history)?
- Have you had any negative interaction with law enforcement? (Detainment/Arrest)
- Can you pass a federal drug test?
- Do you have a healthy credit score?
- Do you have delinquent debt?
- Do you have commercial HVAC experience?
- Do you have a valid driver's license?
- How many technicians have you managed concurrently?
Experience:
- Commercial HVAC Maintenance: 5 years (Required)
- General Maintenance: 5 years (Required)
- Technician Management: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Brown Point Facility Management Solutions, LLC. is looking to hire a Working HVAC Maintenance Service Manager to be assigned to a portfolio of commercial office buildings. The Working HVAC Maintenance Service Manager would have the following responsibilities (this list is not all inclusive):
HVAC Technician Responsibilities:
- Supervise Technicians and Subcontractors
- Installing, maintaining and repairing ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
- Maintaining and repairing pumps.
- Maintaining and repairing cooling towers.
- Maintaining and repairing boilers.
- Identifying maintenance risks on equipment.
- Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems.
- Cleaning, adjusting and repairing systems, and performing services.
- Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
- Providing technical direction and on-the-job training.
- Keeping daily logs and records of all maintenance functions.
- Ensuring compliance with appliance standards and with Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Complying with service standards, work instructions and customers' requirements.
- Inspects the building, grounds, and equipment.
- Handles necessary repairs and maintenance.
- Installs equipment and appliances.
- Follows local and state building codes.
- Complies with all company safety regulations.
- Keeps a maintenance log and writes shift reports.
- Reports any issues to the maintenance manager or clients.
- Responds to repair and maintenance requests in a timely fashion.
- Loads and unloads equipment and tools into work vehicles if needed.
- Follows written and verbal instructions from the maintenance manager or clients.
- Collaborates with the maintenance team and contractors as needed.
- Reads and follows manuals, blueprints, and other written instructions.
- Uses equipment, including power tools, hand tools, electric tools, and plumbing tools.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have the ability to pass full background check (up to 50 years in past history)?
- Have you had any negative interaction with law enforcement? (Detainment/Arrest)
- Can you pass a federal drug test?
- Do you have a healthy credit score?
- Do you have delinquent debt?
- Do you have commercial HVAC experience?
- Do you have a valid driver's license?
- How many technicians have you managed concurrently?
Experience:
- Commercial HVAC Maintenance: 5 years (Required)
- General Maintenance: 5 years (Required)
- Technician Management: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Maintenance Manager Job Market in Michigan
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Food & Beverage
- Chemicals & Materials
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance manager jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related technical field preferred
- Five or more years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Michigan-specific workplace compliance requirements
- Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems such as SAP PM or Maximo
- Experience leading and developing skilled trades teams including electricians, pipefitters, and millwrights
- Familiarity with Michigan's automotive or food processing industry maintenance practices and regulatory expectations
Maintenance Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance manager in Michigan?
Most maintenance managers in Michigan move up from skilled trades backgrounds, often starting as electricians, millwrights, or HVAC technicians after completing a registered apprenticeship through the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. A two- or four-year degree in engineering technology or facilities management strengthens candidacy. Certifications from the Association for Facilities Engineering, such as the Certified Plant Engineer credential, are recognized by Michigan industrial employers and can accelerate the path from technician to management.
Which companies hire maintenance managers in Michigan?
Employers hiring maintenance managers in Michigan right now include United States Steel, Aramark, and Flex-N-Gate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's deep concentration of automotive assembly plants, large food manufacturers, and regional health systems generates consistent demand for experienced maintenance management across a wide range of facility types and scales.
Which Michigan cities have the most maintenance manager jobs?
Grand Rapids, Ecorse, and Detroit have the most maintenance manager openings in Michigan. Detroit and its surrounding metro lead because of the dense concentration of automotive assembly and supplier plants, while Grand Rapids draws demand from its large food processing and medical device manufacturing base, and Lansing benefits from state government facilities and mid-Michigan industrial operations.
Are there remote maintenance manager jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. About 8% of maintenance manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the fundamentally on-site nature of the role. The portions most likely to be handled off-site are administrative functions such as vendor coordination, maintenance scheduling, and CMMS reporting rather than hands-on facility oversight.
How can I get hired as a maintenance manager in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a skilled trades apprenticeship registered with the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, which places candidates directly with industrial employers in the state. From there, lateral moves into lead technician or maintenance coordinator roles at Michigan manufacturers like automotive suppliers or food processing facilities provide the supervisory exposure needed to step into management. Earning a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician credential gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for their first management role.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance manager jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to maintenance manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across industries. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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