Job Title: Maintenance Technician Location: St. Peter, MN Compensation: $47,000 - $52,000 Schedule: Overnight Shift | 4:00pm–4:30am Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-timeAbout the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Maintenance Technicians for a food manufacturing company in St. Peter, MN. In this role, you’ll help keep production running smoothly by maintaining and repairing equipment while supporting a safe, high-quality food production environment. If you enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, working in a fast-paced setting, and taking ownership of equipment performance, this job could be a great fit. Read below for more information!What You’ll Do as a Maintenance Technician:
Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on production and packaging equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and maintenance requests on the production floor
Assist with installation, setup, and startup of new machinery
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, parts usage, and repair records
Support plant utilities including HVAC, compressed air, and water systems
Ensure all work meets safety, food safety, and quality standards
What You Need to Bring to the Maintenance Technician Role:
High school diploma or GED required
At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience (food or manufacturing preferred)
Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 3–4 day schedule
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work (standing, bending, climbing)
Basic computer skills for maintenance tracking and reporting
Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 14 days
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English (Spanish is a plus)
Experience with GMPs, food safety, and OSHA standards preferred
Ready to Apply? Click “Apply Now” to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Maintenance Technician job, contact our Mankato job office at (507) 387-5009.Compensation & Benefits
Compensation commensurate with experience
Medical Insurance
401k with matching
Working with a high-performing team in a flexible, open office environment