Maintenance Technician

Protolabs; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

3 weeks PTO + Holiday Pay

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Protolabs in Minnesota seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform intermediate-level preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production machinery and facility systems. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic/pneumatic issues, complete repairs, and support equipment installations and upgrades for improved uptime.

Shift – Weekend Shift; must work Sat and Sun. Requires 3+ years in industrial maintenance, knowledge of mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and basic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical training or associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years hands-on industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Basic electrical knowledge up to 480V, including motors, starters, relays, and VFDs.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings/electrical schematics and PLC ladder logic.
• Proficient with common hand/tools, diagnostic equipment (multimeter, clamp meter).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to prioritize under production pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance on machine tools and equipment.
• Repair and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic/pneumatic issues.
• Assist with installations, upgrades, and CAD projects as needed.
• Maintain and improve CMMS program usage.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Keep work areas organized with emphasis on safety and efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements and adhere to policies.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical basics 480V

Read schematics

PLC ladder logic

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical training or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, or related field preferred

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp meter

VFDs

Job description

Be yourself at Protolabs

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join our team as a Maintenance Technician!

The Maintenance Technician performs intermediate-level preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production machinery and facility systems. This role diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic/pneumatic issues, completes repairs, supports equipment installations and upgrades, and helps improve machine uptime and reliability. Works independently on routine tasks and under guidance for complex troubleshooting.

Shift – Weekend Shift. Open to exact days and schedule, but must work Sat and Sun.

What You Will Do

• Perform scheduled maintenance on machine tools including cleaning, lubrication, filter changing, belt replacement, adjustments, and basic repairs
• Become more proficient with complex repairs as required
• Complete occasional CAD projects required within the Facilities and maintenance departments
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of CMMS program
• Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department
• Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization
• Continually seek to improve processes
• Comply with all company quality and safety standards
• Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What It Takes

• High school diploma or GED; vocational/technical school or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent military experience) in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Basic electrical knowledge up to 480V, experience with motors, starters, relays, and VFDs.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and basic PLC ladder logic.
• Proficient with common hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (multimeter, clamp meter).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to prioritize work under production pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Bonus points to have

• Prior experience with Injection molding machines and CNC

What Is In It For You

• We offer a competitive Total Rewards package!
• We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
  • Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
  • Dental and Vision
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

$26.83 - $36.83 an hour

Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

Work Environment

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.