Maintenance Technician

Centro Incorporated | Benson, MN
Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Centro is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing operations through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring a safe and efficient production environment. The Maintenance Technician partners with production teams to support facility systems, manufacturing equipment, and operational excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, tooling, buildings, and utility systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and complete repairs to minimize production interruptions.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating, cooling, and related systems.
• Install, repair, rebuild, adjust, and maintain manufacturing equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Maintain maintenance records and identify replacement parts and equipment needs.
• Support equipment shutdowns, startups, and changeover activities.
• Train production associates on basic maintenance procedures and equipment care.
• Promote workplace safety and comply with all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, OSHA requirements, and hazard communication standards.
• Keep work areas, equipment, and tools clean, organized, and safe.
• Participate in continuous improvement and cross-training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three years of maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance principles.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and maintenance machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.

Preferred

• Technical, vocational, or trade school training in maintenance, industrial technology, electrical, mechanical, or a related field.
• Manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Forklift experience or ability to become certified after hire. 

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Climb stairs and ladders.
• Bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands for tool operation.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Work safely around manufacturing equipment and machinery. 

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to varying temperatures, machinery, welding operations, noise, and production equipment. 

Benefits

Centro offers a competitive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Training and development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Centro Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.