Industrial Maintenance Technician

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement plan with employer

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas Inc in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain site machinery and equipment. You will dismantle machines, replace parts, fabricate replacements, and adjust systems to ensure optimal operation.

The role involves PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and collaboration with operators to troubleshoot issues. The position offers strong growth and safety-focused culture within a global HVAC leader.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 diagnose equipment breakdowns with operators and determine root causes.
• Tests faulty equipment and conducts basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Trains with contractors or outside equipment representatives as needed.
• Submits purchase order requisitions for parts and maintains repair records.
• Moves and sets up workstations and offices; troubleshoots minor maintenance problems.
• Participates in emergency response teams and may assist outside teams.
• May provide work training to less experienced maintenance staff.
• Observes safety procedures at all times.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred 2 year education in related field

Job description

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:

• 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.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share.

Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.