Entry Level Mechanical Technician Jobs
New grad mechanical technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like GE Vernova, CarMax, and Cummins hiring at this level now.
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TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client Limited is an oilfield services company and has more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. This Client has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London and The Hague. This Client is the world’s largest offshore drilling company.
Job Title: Mechanical Technician
Duration: 12 Months
Work Location: Minot, ND 58701
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Pay Rate: $22.00 - 26.00/hr
Job Description
- The Mechanical Technician is responsible for ensuring on-time delivery of equipment as per operational demands.
- The Mechanical Technician improves maintenance related nonproductive time ratio of the Product Line's assets within the Maintenance Base (MB), and improves maintenance efficiency and people productivity.
- Maintain assigned equipment according to the pertinent maintenance program and compliant with the reliability centered maintenance strategy through adherence to the Computerized Maintenance Management System and standard work.
- Adhere to transactional discipline within Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM) business systems to record materials and supplies, labor costs and equipment maintenance performance history such as movements, work orders, parts used and time to maintain.
- Comply with TLM Product Line standards. Participate in the continuous improvement culture, initiatives and improvement plans within the MB to improve asset utilization and cost of service delivery (CoSD).
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve asset turnaround time, which includes reducing downtime due to maintenance, parts and repair authorization numbers, failures and work-in-process.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to improve the efficiency and productivity of Maintenance Technicians.
- Implement CoSD projects, such as the planned repair and reuse of parts.
- Participate in failure investigations as assigned. Comply with the TLM Competency Management System.
Experience & Skills Required
- Mechanical aptitude with prior hands-on experience (any industry)
- Experience working with tools, equipment, or machinery (e.g., construction, mechanic roles, military)
- Proficiency using basic and pneumatic hand tools
- Basic computer skills (iPad, laptop, Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred
- Experience with hydraulic systems and pressurized equipment
- Oil & gas or related industry experience
- Inspection experience (e.g., NDE inspector background)
Soft Skills
- Respectful and professional behavior in a diverse workplace
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to follow safety procedures and work collaboratively
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
Overview
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client Limited is an oilfield services company and has more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. This Client has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London and The Hague. This Client is the world’s largest offshore drilling company.
Job Title: Mechanical Technician
Duration: 12 Months
Work Location: Minot, ND 58701
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Pay Rate: $22.00 - 26.00/hr
Job Description
- The Mechanical Technician is responsible for ensuring on-time delivery of equipment as per operational demands.
- The Mechanical Technician improves maintenance related nonproductive time ratio of the Product Line's assets within the Maintenance Base (MB), and improves maintenance efficiency and people productivity.
- Maintain assigned equipment according to the pertinent maintenance program and compliant with the reliability centered maintenance strategy through adherence to the Computerized Maintenance Management System and standard work.
- Adhere to transactional discipline within Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM) business systems to record materials and supplies, labor costs and equipment maintenance performance history such as movements, work orders, parts used and time to maintain.
- Comply with TLM Product Line standards. Participate in the continuous improvement culture, initiatives and improvement plans within the MB to improve asset utilization and cost of service delivery (CoSD).
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve asset turnaround time, which includes reducing downtime due to maintenance, parts and repair authorization numbers, failures and work-in-process.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to improve the efficiency and productivity of Maintenance Technicians.
- Implement CoSD projects, such as the planned repair and reuse of parts.
- Participate in failure investigations as assigned. Comply with the TLM Competency Management System.
Experience & Skills Required
- Mechanical aptitude with prior hands-on experience (any industry)
- Experience working with tools, equipment, or machinery (e.g., construction, mechanic roles, military)
- Proficiency using basic and pneumatic hand tools
- Basic computer skills (iPad, laptop, Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred
- Experience with hydraulic systems and pressurized equipment
- Oil & gas or related industry experience
- Inspection experience (e.g., NDE inspector background)
Soft Skills
- Respectful and professional behavior in a diverse workplace
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to follow safety procedures and work collaboratively
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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Entry Level Mechanical Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mechanical technician job?
Focus on hands-on experience over credentials: internships, vocational training, community college lab work, and personal projects all count. Employers at this level look for familiarity with basic mechanical systems, hand and power tools, and safety protocols. A clean, specific resume that lists actual equipment you have worked on, even in a school or training setting, gives you a clear edge over generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level mechanical technicians?
Companies hiring entry level mechanical technicians right now include GE Vernova, CarMax, and Cummins, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including manufacturers, maintenance service providers, utilities, and defense contractors that run structured onboarding programs specifically designed for candidates just starting out.
Are there remote entry level mechanical technician jobs?
Yes, though the majority of roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 2% of entry level mechanical technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and these tend to be in technical support, quality documentation, or CAD-adjacent roles rather than direct equipment work. Searching by location and filtering for hybrid can surface these options quickly.
Are these new grad mechanical technician jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior mechanical technician roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, and does not require professional certification as a condition of hire. If the listing mentions training programs or apprenticeship tracks, that is a strong signal it is built for candidates entering the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level mechanical technicians?
Entry Level mechanical technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large fleets of equipment, run continuous production lines, or maintain critical infrastructure that requires a steady pipeline of junior technicians to support senior staff and cover routine maintenance work.