Maintenance Technician Jobs in Michigan

Maintenance Technician jobs in Michigan are consistently active across automotive manufacturing, food processing, and commercial facilities management, with openings at every level from entry-level helpers through senior lead technicians. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing concentrate the heaviest hiring, where large employers like General Motors, Whirlpool, and Stellantis maintain substantial facilities operations. The most in-demand specialties are industrial electrical systems, HVAC, and predictive maintenance for automated production lines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles151+
Top employerCBRE
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring87
Work type98% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Lipari Foods
Maintenance Technician-Night Shift
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Lipari Foods
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Maintenance Technician-Night Shift
Lipari Foods
Warren, Michigan
Events & Tourism
Food Service
Hospitality Management
HVAC Certification
501-1,000

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Maintenance Technician
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Maintenance Technician
Princeton Acquisition LLC
Belleville, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
EPA Refrigeration Certification

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Maker's Pride
Maintenance Technician II or III - 2nd, 3rd Shift
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Maker's Pride
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Maintenance Technician II or III - 2nd, 3rd Shift
Maker's Pride
Kentwood, Michigan
Account Management
Business Operations
Customer Service
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Apartment Maintenance Technician
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New 8h ago
Apartment Maintenance Technician
812709590
Pontiac, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
$18 - $20/hr
On-Site

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Dauch
Maintenance Technician - Oxford Forge
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Maintenance Technician - Oxford Forge
Dauch
Oxford, Michigan
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kalamazoo
7 jobs
Grand Rapids
7 jobs
Ann Arbor
5 jobs
Taylor
4 jobs
Portage
4 jobs
Wyoming
4 jobs
Belleville
4 jobs
Warren
3 jobs

Maintenance Technician Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

CBRE
CBRE3 open roles
LR Management
LR Management3 open roles
Amsted Automotive
Amsted Automotive3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Chemicals & Materials

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance technician jobs across Michigan.

  • High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in a skilled trade
  • Hands-on experience with electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, or mechanical equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
  • Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined or elevated spaces
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to respond quickly to emergency breakdowns

Maintenance Technician Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a maintenance technician in Michigan?

Most Michigan employers hire maintenance technicians who hold a high school diploma or GED combined with a certificate or associate degree from a technical college such as Henry Ford College, Ferris State University, or Lansing Community College. For roles involving electrical work, Michigan requires a state-issued Electrical License through the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Apprenticeships through Michigan-based trade unions, including those affiliated with the IBEW, offer a paid path into the trade for those without prior experience.

Which companies hire maintenance technicians in Michigan?

Employers hiring maintenance technicians in Michigan right now include CBRE, LR Management, and Amsted Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep concentration of automotive plants, food and beverage manufacturers, and large healthcare systems means steady, year-round demand across both union and non-union facilities.

Which Michigan cities have the most maintenance technician jobs?

Detroit, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids account for the most maintenance technician openings in Michigan. Detroit drives the largest share through its dense concentration of automotive assembly plants, logistics hubs, and commercial real estate, while Grand Rapids draws openings from food manufacturing giants and healthcare campuses, and Lansing's state government facilities and mid-size manufacturers add consistent volume outside the major metros.

Are there remote maintenance technician jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment and facilities, which limits remote options. About 2% of maintenance technician openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve remote monitoring, technical support, or equipment diagnostics rather than on-site repair and upkeep.

How can I get hired as a maintenance technician in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a maintenance helper or facilities assistant role, which large Michigan employers like General Motors and Whirlpool use as pipeline positions for developing in-house technicians. Community colleges such as Macomb Community College and Kalamazoo Valley Community College offer short-term maintenance and trades certificates that signal readiness to Michigan hiring managers. Apprenticeships through the Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council offer paid, structured training that leads directly to journeyman-level roles without requiring prior experience.

Where can I find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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