Maintenance Technician Jobs in North Dakota
Maintenance Technician jobs in North Dakota are steadily active, concentrated in oil and gas production, agriculture processing, manufacturing, and municipal utilities, with openings at every level from entry-level apprentice to lead technician. Bismarck, Fargo, and Minot are the primary hiring markets, and employers such as Cargill, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, and the North Dakota Department of Transportation maintain consistent long-term demand for qualified technicians. HVAC systems, industrial electrical work, and fluid power maintenance are the most in-demand specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Typical schedule is Monday-Thursday 7a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Busy season includes Friday)
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing machinery, including, but not limited to the stamtec, trumpf, roll former, lathe, saw, etc.
Essential Job Functions:
- Efficiently and accurately troubleshoot automated equipment and sensors (PLCs), industrial electric systems, motors, bearings, gears, lubrication, vibration, and other mechanical systems and components
- Ability to identify and communicate product quality, defect prevention, product disposition, and rework/repair activities
- Routinely inspect operating systems to ensure they are operating properly, efficiently, and safely
- Capable of reading simple wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting of common electrical problems
- Review and perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment
- Other general maintenance through facility
- Assist fabrication and other departments with projects as needed
- Operate hand & power tools, and other equipment as required to complete projects
Qualifications:
- Experience with plant automation systems (PLCs, VFDs, Electrical, Mechanical systems) preferred
- Knowledge of structural and sheet metal fabrication a plus
- Skilled at troubleshooting electronics, control systems and mechanical assemblies
- Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
- Competent at basic dimensional measuring and math; as well as basic computer knowledge
- Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids
Physical Demands:
- Routinely walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, reaching, and handling
- Working near moving mechanical parts; near noise routinely, and exposed to outdoor elements
Superior Grain Equipment is located just south of Horace, ND
5069 168th Ave SE/Kindred, ND 58051
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Maintenance equipment: 2 years (Required)
- manufacturing : 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Kindred, ND 58051 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Typical schedule is Monday-Thursday 7a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Busy season includes Friday)
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing machinery, including, but not limited to the stamtec, trumpf, roll former, lathe, saw, etc.
Essential Job Functions:
- Efficiently and accurately troubleshoot automated equipment and sensors (PLCs), industrial electric systems, motors, bearings, gears, lubrication, vibration, and other mechanical systems and components
- Ability to identify and communicate product quality, defect prevention, product disposition, and rework/repair activities
- Routinely inspect operating systems to ensure they are operating properly, efficiently, and safely
- Capable of reading simple wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting of common electrical problems
- Review and perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment
- Other general maintenance through facility
- Assist fabrication and other departments with projects as needed
- Operate hand & power tools, and other equipment as required to complete projects
Qualifications:
- Experience with plant automation systems (PLCs, VFDs, Electrical, Mechanical systems) preferred
- Knowledge of structural and sheet metal fabrication a plus
- Skilled at troubleshooting electronics, control systems and mechanical assemblies
- Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
- Competent at basic dimensional measuring and math; as well as basic computer knowledge
- Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids
Physical Demands:
- Routinely walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, reaching, and handling
- Working near moving mechanical parts; near noise routinely, and exposed to outdoor elements
Superior Grain Equipment is located just south of Horace, ND
5069 168th Ave SE/Kindred, ND 58051
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Maintenance equipment: 2 years (Required)
- manufacturing : 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Kindred, ND 58051 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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- Retail
- Energy
- Automotive
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What North Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance technician jobs across North Dakota.
- Valid North Dakota journeyman electrician or HVAC license where required by the role
- Two or more years of hands-on mechanical or facilities maintenance experience
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between facilities or job sites
- High school diploma or GED, with preference for technical or vocational training
Maintenance Technician Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance technician in North Dakota?
The most direct path is completing a vocational or technical program in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or HVAC at an institution such as Lake Region State College or North Dakota State College of Science, then entering the workforce in an apprentice or helper role. North Dakota issues journeyman and contractor licenses for electricians and HVAC technicians through the North Dakota State Electrical Board and the North Dakota Plumbing, HVAC, and Refrigeration Board, which are required for certain maintenance specialties.
Which companies hire maintenance technicians in North Dakota?
Companies currently hiring maintenance technicians in North Dakota include Monarch Investment and Management, FWS, and Hotel Equities, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. North Dakota's agriculture processing facilities, energy producers, and municipal utilities are among the most consistent long-term sources of maintenance technician openings in the state.
Which North Dakota cities have the most maintenance technician jobs?
Fargo, Williston, and Grand Forks have the most maintenance technician openings in North Dakota. Fargo leads due to its concentration of manufacturing plants, healthcare facilities, and distribution centers, while Bismarck's role as the state capital brings steady demand from government buildings and utilities, and Minot's proximity to major oil field operations and Minot Air Force Base generates consistent openings in both industrial and facilities maintenance.
Are there remote maintenance technician jobs in North Dakota?
Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and site-specific, which limits remote opportunities by the nature of the role. About 0% of maintenance technician openings tied to North Dakota are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be supervisory, planning, or CMMS coordination roles rather than field technician positions.
How can I get hired as a maintenance technician in North Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a maintenance helper, custodial technician, or facilities assistant role with a large institutional employer such as a North Dakota hospital system, a university like North Dakota State University or the University of North Dakota, or an agricultural cooperative. Many employers offer on-the-job training pathways, and completing a short industrial maintenance certificate through North Dakota State College of Science or Lake Region State College significantly improves candidacy even without prior experience.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to maintenance technician jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and credentials, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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