Maintenance Technician - First Shift

Maintenance Technician

Location: Mankato, MN Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (flexible), no holidays!

Pay: $19-$26 per hour, based on experience

Kickstart your career in Industrial Maintenance!

Associated Finishing is a family-focused company built on generations of family, opportunity, and lasting relationships. We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician who’s mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to grow.

This is a hands-on position that offers variety every day — working on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fabrication projects. You’ll gain valuable experience in preventative and reactive maintenance across a wide range of industrial systems.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on industrial equipment and facilities

- Diagnose and repair electrical systems, motors, and HVAC units

- Maintain and repair painting equipment, industrial ovens, and related machinery

- Conduct plumbing repairs and assist with general building maintenance

- Weld, fabricate, and build fixtures to improve production, safety, and efficiency

- Safely operate forklifts and scissor lifts to move materials and equipment

- Follow OSHA safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area

- Identify and recommend process improvements to boost reliability and safety

Qualifications

Required:

- Valid Driver’s License

Preferred:

- Experience with industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, and electrical troubleshooting

- Skills in welding, fabrication, plumbing, and woodworking

- Knowledge of HVAC systems and preventative maintenance programs

- Forklift and/or scissor lift certification

Schedule

- Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (flexible)

Benefits

- 401(k)

- Health, dental, and vision insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off (PTO)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Finishing, you’re more than an employee — you’re part of the family. We value flexibility, attention to detail, reliability, and motivation. If you’re ready to grow your career in industrial maintenance and join a supportive, long-standing company, apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Flexible schedule

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

- Mankato, MN 56001 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Mankato, MN 56001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person