Maintenance Tech

Minneota, MN April 20, 2026 Full Time Workday

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

  • This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
  • Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
  • Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
  • Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
  • Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
  • General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
  • Ability to provide personal tools as required
  • Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
  • Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
  • Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
  • Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
  • Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
  • Able to follow directions well
  • Display the willingness to learn
  • Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School graduate or GED required
  • 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
  • Must possess a valid state driver’s license
  • Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
  • Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001” to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
  • Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

 

Hourly/Salary Pay Range:  $18-22 hourly dependent on experience*

                *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living 

For hourly positions with incentive pay:  Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.  A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

  • Medical insurance
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Stock purchase program with employee discount
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and challenges 

Other supplemental benefits


The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




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How to Get Hired at UFP Industries

  • Apply directly through UFP's Workday portal (ufpi.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/ufpi) and filter by location carefully — the same role title appears at dozens of facilities, and each location hires independently under UFP's decentralized model.
  • Quantify your manufacturing impact with specific metrics — production volumes, quality rates, safety records, and process improvements are the language UFP hiring managers speak and what differentiates competitive applicants.
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