Entry Level Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs

New grad plant maintenance technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a vocational certificate can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Chemicals & Materials, Mining & Natural Resources, and Food & Beverage, with employers like Vulcan Materials Company, Koch Foods, and Martin Marietta hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top stateGeorgia
Top employerVulcan Materials Company
Top cityMacon, GA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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The Toro Company
Plant Maintenance Technician
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The Toro Company
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Plant Maintenance Technician
The Toro Company
Perry, Oklahoma
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
$20 - $24/hr
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Koch Foods
Plant Maintenance Tech
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Koch Foods
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Plant Maintenance Tech
Koch Foods
Morton, Mississippi
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Koch Foods
Plant Maintenance Techs - All Shifts
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Koch Foods
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Plant Maintenance Techs - All Shifts
Koch Foods
Forest, Mississippi
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Maintenance Generalist All Shifts Sherman Case Ready Plant (Sept)
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Tyson Foods Incorporated
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Maintenance Generalist All Shifts Sherman Case Ready Plant (Sept)
Tyson Foods Incorporated
Sherman, Texas
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Briggs & Stratton LLC
Plant Operations Maintenance Technologist
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Briggs & Stratton LLC
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Plant Operations Maintenance Technologist
Briggs & Stratton LLC
Auburn, Alabama
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$20 - $22/hr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Entry Level Plant Maintenance Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Vulcan Materials Company
    Vulcan Materials Company12
  • Koch Foods
    Koch Foods4
  • Martin Marietta
    Martin Marietta3
  • Heidelberg Materials
    Heidelberg Materials3
  • Tyson Foods Incorporated
    Tyson Foods Incorporated2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials18
  • Mining & Natural Resources12
  • Food & Beverage7
  • Agriculture & Farming3
  • Manufacturing2

Entry Level Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level plant maintenance technician job?

Employers hiring at the entry level typically look for a high school diploma or vocational certificate in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or HVAC, plus any hands-on experience from internships, apprenticeships, or trade school labs. Familiarity with basic hand tools, preventive maintenance procedures, and safety protocols like lockout/tagout gives candidates a clear edge over those with classroom knowledge alone.

Which companies hire entry level plant maintenance technicians?

Companies hiring entry level plant maintenance technicians right now include Vulcan Materials Company, Koch Foods, and Martin Marietta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Manufacturing plants, food processing facilities, and large distribution centers tend to hire most actively at this level because ongoing equipment upkeep creates consistent demand for new technicians.

Are there remote entry level plant maintenance technician jobs?

Yes, though most roles in this field are on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level plant maintenance technician openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve maintenance coordination, parts ordering, or documentation support rather than hands-on equipment repair.

Are these new grad plant maintenance technician jobs?

Yes, many of the openings listed here are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with 0 to 2 years of experience. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it lists internship experience, trade school completion, or a relevant vocational certificate as acceptable in place of full-time work history, signaling that employers are ready to train the right candidate.

Which industries hire the most entry level plant maintenance technicians?

Entry Level plant maintenance technician roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, Mining & Natural Resources, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors rely on continuous equipment operation, so they build entry level pipelines to develop technicians who can grow into more specialized maintenance and reliability roles over time.