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Posted: March 24, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Maintenance Mechanic 7-E9 - Walter Reuther

State of Michigan

Technology, Management and Budget

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$22.06 - $33.61

per hour

Closes

April 8, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This entry-level maintenance mechanic role involves assisting with repairs, construction, and remodeling on state properties in Michigan, while learning to use tools and equipment under supervision.

The job focuses on building mechanical skills in areas like electrical and mechanical trades, and providing courteous customer service to staff and visitors.

It's a good fit for someone starting out in trades work, eager to learn, and comfortable working cooperatively in a team environment.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent education
  • For level 7: No prior experience required
  • For level 8: Two years assisting in mechanical or electrical trades
  • For level E9: Four years assisting in mechanical or electrical trades, including two years at level 8 equivalent
  • Ability to develop skills in using power tools and equipment
  • Strong interpersonal skills for customer service and teamwork
  • Pass background checks for facility access

Full Job Description

About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

About this position:

The employee performs maintenance work under the direction of a higher-level maintenance mechanic, and other trades crew leaders as necessary, while developing mechanical skills and performing other essential trade duties. The employee will work in concert with other trainees and trades to perform a full range of maintenance mechanic assignments for projects on state properties as required for maintenance, construction, and remodeling. The employee will develop skills to utilize a wide range of power tools and other equipment appropriate to the work. The employee will develop interpersonal skills to provide customer service with courtesy, respect, and attention to detail. This person will work cooperatively with staff and assure a customer service orientation by expressing a positive and helpful attitude with daily interaction on related subjects.

View the position description here: Maintenance Mechanic 7-E9

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach your cover letter and resume to your application. Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered.

This position requires additional background checks in order to access facilities in which it performs the work.


In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment. DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.

Requirements

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Maintenance Mechanic 7

No specific type or amount is required.

Maintenance Mechanic 8

Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades. 

Maintenance Mechanic E9 

Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.


Qualifications

Maintenance Mechanic 8 - 10

Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.


Additional Information

Some positions in this job series may be assigned duties that require the application of pesticides, which may require certification or registration as a pesticide applicator in compliance with the Pesticide Control Act of 1976.

Some positions in this job series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the commercial driver's license issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/M/MaintenanceMechanic.pdf

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/24/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/25/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5281589