Mid Level Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs
Mid level plant maintenance technician jobs go to technicians ready to own equipment reliability programs, troubleshoot complex failures independently, and guide less experienced team members without waiting for direction. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Chemicals & Materials, and Food & Beverage, with employers like WM, Tesla, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises the day-to-day operations and coordination and integration of services, programs, and activities of the Utility Plant of The Queen’s Medical Center (QMC), including water management, hot water/boilers, water softeners, chilled water/cooling towers, medical gas, electrical main distribution/backup electrical generation and other related systems and support.
- Ensures operations and systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements and the policies and procedures of the Medical Center.
- Serves as the manager of the department/unit in the absence of the Manager as assigned.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Essential: standing, walking, climbing stairs, seeing, hearing, speaking, walking on uneven ground, squatting, finger dexterity, and repetitive arm/hand motions.
- Occasional: crawling, twisting body, lifting maximum amount of 50 lbs., pushing/pulling usual weight of 25 lbs., pushing/pulling maximum weight of 50 lbs, carrying maximum weight of 50 lbs., static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Frequently works near high voltage distribution system.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; or four (4) years progressively responsible facilities/maintenance experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
- Current Hawaii State Class A/B & C Underground Storage Tank Operator Certification. If not certified upon hire, certifications must be obtained within one (1) year of entrance into the position.
- Current Hawaii State Water Distribution System Operators Certification, Grade 2 or higher. If not certified upon hire, certification must be obtained within three (3) years of entrance into the position.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- In addition to the educational requirement, three (3) years field experience demonstrating knowledge of facilities and maintenance operations, including work of the different trades, i.e., electrical, carpentry, plumbing, systems, etc.
- One (1) year supervisory/leadership experience.
- Experience to demonstrate:
o Knowledge of water management programs and water disinfection.
o Knowledge or experience with covered source permit regarding emission controls.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
Your Health. Our Legacy
Our Mission: To fulfill the intent of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV to provide in perpetuity quality health care services to improve the well-being of Native Hawaiians and all of the people of Hawai‘i.
Our Values:
Compassion guides our actions
Aloha inspires us in all that we do
Respect and understanding are essential for the dignity of all
Excellence is our quest
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises the day-to-day operations and coordination and integration of services, programs, and activities of the Utility Plant of The Queen’s Medical Center (QMC), including water management, hot water/boilers, water softeners, chilled water/cooling towers, medical gas, electrical main distribution/backup electrical generation and other related systems and support.
- Ensures operations and systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements and the policies and procedures of the Medical Center.
- Serves as the manager of the department/unit in the absence of the Manager as assigned.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Essential: standing, walking, climbing stairs, seeing, hearing, speaking, walking on uneven ground, squatting, finger dexterity, and repetitive arm/hand motions.
- Occasional: crawling, twisting body, lifting maximum amount of 50 lbs., pushing/pulling usual weight of 25 lbs., pushing/pulling maximum weight of 50 lbs, carrying maximum weight of 50 lbs., static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Frequently works near high voltage distribution system.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; or four (4) years progressively responsible facilities/maintenance experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
- Current Hawaii State Class A/B & C Underground Storage Tank Operator Certification. If not certified upon hire, certifications must be obtained within one (1) year of entrance into the position.
- Current Hawaii State Water Distribution System Operators Certification, Grade 2 or higher. If not certified upon hire, certification must be obtained within three (3) years of entrance into the position.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- In addition to the educational requirement, three (3) years field experience demonstrating knowledge of facilities and maintenance operations, including work of the different trades, i.e., electrical, carpentry, plumbing, systems, etc.
- One (1) year supervisory/leadership experience.
- Experience to demonstrate:
o Knowledge of water management programs and water disinfection.
o Knowledge or experience with covered source permit regarding emission controls.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
Your Health. Our Legacy
Our Mission: To fulfill the intent of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV to provide in perpetuity quality health care services to improve the well-being of Native Hawaiians and all of the people of Hawai‘i.
Our Values:
Compassion guides our actions
Aloha inspires us in all that we do
Respect and understanding are essential for the dignity of all
Excellence is our quest
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Mid Level Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level plant maintenance technician job?
Position your experience around ownership and outcomes, not just task completion. Highlight specific systems you maintained end to end, failures you diagnosed independently, and any process improvements you introduced. Certifications in PLC programming, hydraulics, or predictive maintenance tools strengthen your application. Employers at this level want to see that you can operate with limited supervision and make sound repair decisions under pressure.
Which companies hire mid level plant maintenance technicians?
Companies hiring mid level plant maintenance technicians right now include WM, Tesla, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level is strongest among large manufacturers, food and beverage processors, and industrial facilities that run continuous operations and need technicians who can own equipment uptime without heavy oversight.
Are there remote mid level plant maintenance technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this trade are on-site by nature. About 0% of mid level plant maintenance technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, typically covering roles in technical support, maintenance planning, or CMMS administration where physical presence is not required for every shift.
How do I move up to a mid level plant maintenance technician role?
Progression into mid level comes from building depth across multiple systems, such as electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic, and taking ownership of recurring equipment problems rather than escalating them. Documenting your repairs, volunteering for cross-training, and completing a relevant certification like NIMS or CMRP demonstrates the independent judgment employers expect before moving someone into a mid level role.
Which industries hire the most mid level plant maintenance technicians?
Mid Level plant maintenance technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Chemicals & Materials, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring because they operate high-asset, high-uptime facilities where experienced technicians who can manage equipment reliability independently are in constant demand.