Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Colorado
Plant Maintenance Technician jobs in Colorado concentrate in food and beverage processing, oil and gas, aerospace manufacturing, and industrial facilities, with strong demand at every level from entry-level helper to senior multi-craft technician. Denver, Pueblo, and Greeley anchor the bulk of openings, where major employers such as Molson Coors, Xcel Energy, and Lockheed Martin maintain large facilities requiring ongoing maintenance staff. Electrical troubleshooting, PLC programming, and HVAC systems are the most in-demand specialties across Colorado's industrial base. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Looking for a hands-on role that keeps you moving and makes a real impact every shift? Our team is growing, and we’re hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to help keep our facility running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, performing preventive maintenance, and working with heavy industrial equipment, you’ll feel right at home here.
What You’ll Do
- Inspect, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment
- Perform daily preventative maintenance checks including greasing, oiling, and general upkeep
- Work closely with the Maintenance Manager and Operations team to support plant production
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues on power transmission systems, centrifugal pumps, automated valves, agitators, distillation columns, and centrifuges
- Perform basic welding repairs when needed
- Operate forklifts, loaders, and similar equipment
- Safely work in confined spaces and at heights of 100+ feet
- Work in a range of environmental conditions, including hot and cold environments
What You Bring
- Experience in industrial equipment maintenance
- Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of rotating equipment
- Ability to follow safety protocols in elevated and confined spaces
- Solid communication skills and a team-first mindset
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Millright : 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Looking for a hands-on role that keeps you moving and makes a real impact every shift? Our team is growing, and we’re hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to help keep our facility running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, performing preventive maintenance, and working with heavy industrial equipment, you’ll feel right at home here.
What You’ll Do
- Inspect, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment
- Perform daily preventative maintenance checks including greasing, oiling, and general upkeep
- Work closely with the Maintenance Manager and Operations team to support plant production
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues on power transmission systems, centrifugal pumps, automated valves, agitators, distillation columns, and centrifuges
- Perform basic welding repairs when needed
- Operate forklifts, loaders, and similar equipment
- Safely work in confined spaces and at heights of 100+ feet
- Work in a range of environmental conditions, including hot and cold environments
What You Bring
- Experience in industrial equipment maintenance
- Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of rotating equipment
- Ability to follow safety protocols in elevated and confined spaces
- Solid communication skills and a team-first mindset
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Millright : 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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- Chemicals & Materials
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plant maintenance technician jobs across Colorado.
- High school diploma or GED plus vocational training in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance
- Two or more years of hands-on plant or industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals
- Proficiency with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software such as SAP or Maximo
- Certification or working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Journeyman Electrician license issued or recognized by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies preferred for electrical roles
Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a plant maintenance technician in Colorado?
Most Colorado employers expect a high school diploma or GED combined with completion of a trade or vocational program in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or mechatronics. Community colleges such as Aims Community College and Pueblo Community College offer relevant certificates and associate degrees. Roles with heavy electrical duties often require or strongly prefer a Journeyman Electrician license issued through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. Hands-on apprenticeships through local trade unions provide another direct path into the field.
Which companies hire plant maintenance technicians in Colorado?
Colorado plant maintenance technician roles are posted by Martin Marietta, Safeway, and Molson Coors Brewing Company and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's mix of food processing, energy, and aerospace manufacturing means openings are distributed across both Front Range metros and rural plant sites.
Which Colorado cities have the most plant maintenance technician jobs?
Denver, Arvada, and Center lead Colorado for plant maintenance technician openings. Denver's concentration of manufacturing and utility operations drives the largest share of postings, while Pueblo's steel and industrial base and Greeley's robust food processing and agricultural industries sustain consistent demand for skilled maintenance staff in those metro areas.
Are there remote plant maintenance technician jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Plant maintenance technician work is inherently hands-on and tied to physical equipment, so most roles require on-site presence. About 0% of plant maintenance technician openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve remote monitoring, predictive maintenance analysis, or CMMS coordination rather than direct equipment servicing.
How can I get hired as a plant maintenance technician in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a maintenance helper or facilities assistant role, which large Colorado employers in food processing and manufacturing regularly use as a feeder position. Aims Community College and Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver offer short industrial maintenance certificates that signal readiness to hire. Lateral moves from roles such as machine operator, forklift technician, or janitorial technician are common stepping stones. Earning an OSHA 10 card before applying gives candidates a concrete edge on applications.
Where can I find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background and location preferences.
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