Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Michigan

Plant Maintenance Technician jobs in Michigan are among the most active in the Midwest, concentrated in automotive manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and heavy industrial facilities. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, with established employers like General Motors, Kellogg's, and Stellantis maintaining large maintenance teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties are PLC troubleshooting, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and preventive maintenance programs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerWM
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring10
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals
Facility Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance
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Facility Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance
NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Advanced Drainage Systems
Maintenance Tech 2 Plant
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Maintenance Tech 2 Plant
Advanced Drainage Systems
Owosso, Michigan
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Specialized Engineering
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
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Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
City of Lansing Public Service Department
Lansing, Michigan
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$58k.87 - $68k.07/yr
On-Site
Forklift Certification

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Kroger
Mfg Plant Maintenance Engineer Ii
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Kroger
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Mfg Plant Maintenance Engineer Ii
Kroger
Livonia, Michigan
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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WM
Recycling Plant Maintenance Manager
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WM
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Recycling Plant Maintenance Manager
WM
Detroit, Michigan
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
3 jobs
Whitehall
2 jobs
Owosso
1 job
Holland
1 job
Lansing
1 job
Livonia
1 job
Saginaw
1 job
Sturgis
1 job
Dowagiac
1 job

Plant Maintenance Technician Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

WM
WM3 open roles
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace2 open roles
Abbott
Abbott1 open role

What Michigan Employers Look For

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

  • High school diploma or GED with two or more years of industrial maintenance experience
  • Proficiency in electrical systems troubleshooting, including reading schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, variable frequency drives, and automated manufacturing equipment
  • Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems in a production environment
  • Familiarity with OSHA lockout/tagout procedures and Michigan workplace safety regulations
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, in a 24/7 manufacturing facility

Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a plant maintenance technician in Michigan?

Most plant maintenance technicians in Michigan enter through a combination of a high school diploma and vocational or community college training in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or electrical systems. Programs at institutions like Macomb Community College, Kalamazoo Valley Community College, and Ferris State University are well-regarded by Michigan manufacturers. While Michigan does not require a state-issued license specifically for this role, many employers prefer candidates who hold certifications such as NIMS Maintenance Operations credentials or an OSHA 10 or 30 card before hiring.

Which companies hire plant maintenance technicians in Michigan?

Michigan plant maintenance technician roles are posted by WM, Howmet Aerospace, and Abbott and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep manufacturing base, particularly in automotive assembly and food processing, means large facilities with ongoing maintenance needs drive a steady share of openings throughout the year.

Which Michigan cities have the most plant maintenance technician jobs?

Detroit, Whitehall, and Owosso have the most plant maintenance technician openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its density of automotive assembly and supplier plants, while Grand Rapids draws heavily from West Michigan's food processing and office furniture manufacturing sectors, and Lansing benefits from both state government facilities and mid-size manufacturing operations anchored by employers like GM's Lansing Grand River Assembly plant.

Are there remote plant maintenance technician jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Plant maintenance technician work is hands-on and equipment-dependent, so most roles require a physical presence on the production floor. About 0% of plant maintenance technician openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be in equipment sales support, technical training, or regional multi-site coordinator roles rather than traditional maintenance floor positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing a one- or two-year industrial maintenance or mechatronics program at a Michigan community college, then applying directly to manufacturing facilities for a maintenance helper or general technician apprentice role. Large Michigan employers including General Motors, Stellantis, and several West Michigan food manufacturers run structured maintenance apprenticeship programs that accept candidates without prior floor experience. Coming in from an adjacent role such as machine operator or production line technician also gives you the floor familiarity that hiring managers look for when filling junior maintenance openings.

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

You can find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated in real time. Search for roles by city or facility type to narrow down the openings that fit your experience level and shift preferences, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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