Maintenance Manager Jobs in Minnesota
Maintenance Manager jobs in Minnesota concentrate in manufacturing, commercial real estate, and healthcare facilities, with demand running from facilities supervisor roles up to multi-site operations directors. Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Rochester, and Duluth account for the heaviest hiring, anchored by employers like 3M, Mayo Clinic, and Xcel Energy that operate large facilities requiring full-time maintenance leadership. The most sought-after specialties include HVAC systems management, preventive maintenance program oversight, and industrial equipment coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Ensure apartment homes that have been delivered by construction are move-in ready, and consistently inspect amenities to make sure they are always in proper working condition and clean.
- Resolve any customer and/or resident-related concerns or objections as they arise.
- In conjunction with the Community Manager, complete move-in/ move-out inspections with residents.
- With Community Manager’s input, initiate, prioritize, and assign individual maintenance team daily activities, including service requests, housekeeping, apartment turns, compliance, and ordering of supplies.
- Develops maintenance team members as a mentor.
- With guidance from the Community Manager, appropriately uses performance counseling to correct and/or improve performance issues when necessary.
- Maintains relationships with vendors, residents, team members, and associates on a professional level at all times.
- Consistently and effectively communicates with the Community Manager and relevant teams regarding community performance.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Keeps in compliance with and abreast of all OSHA regulations.
- Works with and supervises outside contractors and vendors.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
- Inspects apartment homes, buildings, and common areas regularly. Creates service requests to assign repairs of observed maintenance or housekeeping needs.
- Develops and maintains preventative maintenance schedule for applicable equipment.
- Conducts quarterly community audits to include: all operating mechanical and non- mechanical parts; electrical, HVAC, plumbing, roofs, balconies, etc.
- Ensures compliance with State, Federal and local codes and oversees City and Fire Inspections.
- 3+ years experience as a Service Supervisor.
- HVAC and EPA certification strongly preferred.
- Must provide own tools.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Experience with Property Management software, Entrata preferred.
- Must be willing to be on call and take emergency calls after standard working hours.
- Positive attitude.
- Relentless problem solving skills.
- Will never claim the work of others as their own.
- We are trendsetters and standards breakers. Our intent is to consistently surprise our audiences by being excellent.
- Ability to anticipate.
- Understanding the difference between causation and correlation.
- We are all broom pushers. Every member of our team is willing to work and support all levels.
- Ability to climb up to four flights of stairs to access apartments.
- Ability to walk several acres to inspect community.
- Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs. to perform all aspects of the job on a daily basis. Possibly operating dangerous equipment. Physical work may include moving furniture and equipment, shoveling, raking, lifting, climbing, walking, etc. Must be able to adapt to inclement weather.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ensure apartment homes that have been delivered by construction are move-in ready, and consistently inspect amenities to make sure they are always in proper working condition and clean.
- Resolve any customer and/or resident-related concerns or objections as they arise.
- In conjunction with the Community Manager, complete move-in/ move-out inspections with residents.
- With Community Manager’s input, initiate, prioritize, and assign individual maintenance team daily activities, including service requests, housekeeping, apartment turns, compliance, and ordering of supplies.
- Develops maintenance team members as a mentor.
- With guidance from the Community Manager, appropriately uses performance counseling to correct and/or improve performance issues when necessary.
- Maintains relationships with vendors, residents, team members, and associates on a professional level at all times.
- Consistently and effectively communicates with the Community Manager and relevant teams regarding community performance.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Keeps in compliance with and abreast of all OSHA regulations.
- Works with and supervises outside contractors and vendors.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
- Inspects apartment homes, buildings, and common areas regularly. Creates service requests to assign repairs of observed maintenance or housekeeping needs.
- Develops and maintains preventative maintenance schedule for applicable equipment.
- Conducts quarterly community audits to include: all operating mechanical and non- mechanical parts; electrical, HVAC, plumbing, roofs, balconies, etc.
- Ensures compliance with State, Federal and local codes and oversees City and Fire Inspections.
- 3+ years experience as a Service Supervisor.
- HVAC and EPA certification strongly preferred.
- Must provide own tools.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Experience with Property Management software, Entrata preferred.
- Must be willing to be on call and take emergency calls after standard working hours.
- Positive attitude.
- Relentless problem solving skills.
- Will never claim the work of others as their own.
- We are trendsetters and standards breakers. Our intent is to consistently surprise our audiences by being excellent.
- Ability to anticipate.
- Understanding the difference between causation and correlation.
- We are all broom pushers. Every member of our team is willing to work and support all levels.
- Ability to climb up to four flights of stairs to access apartments.
- Ability to walk several acres to inspect community.
- Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs. to perform all aspects of the job on a daily basis. Possibly operating dangerous equipment. Physical work may include moving furniture and equipment, shoveling, raking, lifting, climbing, walking, etc. Must be able to adapt to inclement weather.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance manager jobs across Minnesota.
- Facilities Management Professional (FMP) credential or Minnesota-recognized equivalent preferred by major employers
- Five or more years of hands-on maintenance or facilities technician experience
- Demonstrated experience managing preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software
- Ability to supervise and coordinate multi-trade teams including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing
- Associate or bachelor degree in facilities management, engineering technology, or related field
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Minnesota building codes for commercial facilities
Maintenance Manager Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance manager in Minnesota?
Most maintenance managers in Minnesota start as journeyman-level tradespeople or facilities technicians, then move into supervisory roles after several years on the floor. While Minnesota does not require a state-issued license specific to the maintenance manager title, employers strongly favor candidates who hold a trades license in electrical or HVAC through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, paired with a Facilities Management Professional or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional credential.
Which companies hire maintenance managers in Minnesota?
Minnesota maintenance manager roles are posted by WM, Grede, and Taher and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's dense concentration of manufacturing plants, healthcare campuses, and large commercial real estate portfolios means consistent year-round demand from both corporate facilities teams and third-party property management firms.
Which Minnesota cities have the most maintenance manager jobs?
Minneapolis, Blaine, and Plymouth lead Minnesota for maintenance manager openings. The Twin Cities metro drives the bulk of demand through its mix of corporate headquarters, industrial parks, and large healthcare systems, while Rochester's concentration around Mayo Clinic and its affiliated facilities supports steady openings, and Duluth's port infrastructure and regional hospital network anchors hiring in the northeast.
Are there remote maintenance manager jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of maintenance manager openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of facilities and equipment oversight work. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are administrative tasks like work order management, vendor coordination, and CMMS reporting rather than hands-on inspections or emergency response.
How can I get hired as a maintenance manager in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a maintenance technician or facilities assistant at a large Minnesota employer and completing an apprenticeship through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's registered apprenticeship program in a relevant trade. Employers like Xcel Energy, Fairview Health Services, and large commercial property managers regularly hire for entry-level technician roles that feed into supervisor tracks. Earning an OSHA-10 certification and becoming proficient in any widely used CMMS platform gives candidates a measurable edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance manager jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to maintenance manager jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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