Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Field Service CNC Maintenance Specialist

May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

Cleanroom Certification Technician (Will Train)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago

About Us Pace Life Sciences Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We advance the science of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers through the drug development process, from...

Maintenance Technician II

  • Saint Paul, MN (9 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (9 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 7 days ago

The Maintenance Technician II will complete assigned preventive maintenance and reactive maintenance repairs, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, instrumentation, HVAC and other equipment, systems or...

2nd shift Maintenance Tech (Aerospace industry)

  • Maple Plain, MN (20 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Maple Plain, MN (20 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Troubleshoot and test equipment to check operations Perform scheduled maintenance/predictive maintenance & emergency repairs, as needed Work on fabrication projects for all areas of the plant using a lathe...

Maintenance Technician III

  • Chaska, MN (21 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chaska, MN (21 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and must also adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line....

3rd shift Maintenance Tech (Aerospace Industry)

  • Newport, MN (15 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Newport, MN (15 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 25 days ago

Troubleshoot and test equipment to check operations Perform scheduled maintenance/predictive maintenance & emergency repairs, as needed Work on fabrication projects for all areas of the plant using a lathe...

1st shift Maintenance Tech (Aerospace industry)

  • Excelsior, MN (18 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Excelsior, MN (18 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 25 days ago

Troubleshoot and test equipment to check operations Perform scheduled maintenance/predictive maintenance & emergency repairs, as needed Work on fabrication projects for all areas of the plant using a lathe...

Set up Technician

  • Stillwater, MN (21 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Stillwater, MN (21 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 3 hours ago

How to set up molds, machines and ancillary equipment to achieve optimum operating efficiencies....

Senior Technician 2, Quality Control

  • Hopkins, MN (8 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hopkins, MN (8 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 3 hours ago

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Maintenance Mechanic V

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Job Overview TE Connectivity's Maintenance Teams play a critical role in ensuring the longevity, reliability, and optimal performance of machines and facilities....

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - 3rd Shift

  • Forest Lake, MN (22 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Forest Lake, MN (22 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 3 hours ago

Teamvantage, a Velosity Company is searching for a Maintenance Technician to perform some or all the maintenance tasks required to support the manufacturing facility in Forest Lake, MN....

Facilities HVAC/Refrigeration Maintenance Tech Lead

  • Bloomington, MN (10 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bloomington, MN (10 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 6 hours ago

About our group: Seagate MNC is searching for a facilities HVAC / Refrigeration Maintenance Technician....

Sam's Maintenance Technician

  • Shakopee, MN (20 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Shakopee, MN (20 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 12 hours ago

field such as mechatronics, electronics, or industrial maintenance....

Public Works Maintenance Worker Parks

  • Victoria, MN (21 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Victoria, MN (21 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 12 hours ago

The City of Victoria is now hiring for Public Works Maintenance Worker - Parks Perform non-supervisory, semi-skilled and skilled operations and maintenance responsibilities in all department...

Maintenance Technician

  • Ham Lake, MN (18 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Ham Lake, MN (18 miles from Minneapolis, MN)
  • 19 hours ago

SUMMARY The Maintenance Technician will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various areas of the facility, as well as equipment such as PLCs, robot controllers, positioning systems, vision systems, automated...

Demographic Data for Minneapolis, MN

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Amazon Maintenance Technician
Amazon maintenance technician candidates will take one of two tests in their hiring process: The Amazon Ramsay Maintenance Technician Test is a highly professional test conducted exclusively for...
System Security Testing and Maintenance
In this two-week course, youll discover how to test software and how to measure the success of a system from a function and security standpoint. Evaluate a range of secure development platforms,...
Biomedical Equipment: Repair, Maintenance and Healthcare Technology Management
Develop the skills required to effectively maintain and troubleshoot hospital-based devices, and strengthen your knowledge of effective methods of managing the life cycle of biomedical equipment...

Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Minneapolis, MN

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Minneapolis, MN offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.9%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Minneapolis, MN
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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