Industrial Maintenance Technician

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Maintenance Technician. Under limited supervision and with minimal technical guidance, this position keeps site machinery and mechanical equipment in good repair. Examines machines to diagnose trouble, dismantles machines, replaces defective parts, reassembles machines and makes necessary adjustments to ensure efficient operations. Fabricates or modifies replacement parts. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Owatonna, MN

Shift: 5pm-5am Wed-Fri

What you will do:

• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments and replaces/repairs defective components or equipment
• Performs work involving programmable logic controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Human Interface Modules (HMI’s), etc.
• May have to work with equipment operators to diagnose equipment breakdowns, and to determine root cause
• Tests faulty equipment, performs basic electrical troubleshooting, and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronics and equipment to diagnose the cause of the malfunction
• Trains with contractors or outside equipment representatives as needed
• Submits purchase order requisitions for parts
• Maintains records of repairs and work orders completed
• Moves and sets up workstations/offices
• Troubleshoots and repairs minor maintenance problems involving facility, electrical, and plumbing
• Participates as part of the emergency response team.
• May assist outside emergency response teams
• May provide work training to less experienced maintenance staff
• Observes and complies with Company safety procedures at all times

What’s in it for you:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a First Aid certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred 2 year education in a related field

Benefits: 

• Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The typical hourly pay rate for this position ranges from  31.73 - 52.29  in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.