Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThis role is a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician position working Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with required work every other Saturday. You will troubleshoot, install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on industrial equipment and high-pressure boilers in a highly automated, state-of-the-art facility that is clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled. The work is approximately 70% mechanical and 30% electrical, with all electrical responsibilities being trainable for the right candidate.
Responsibilities- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on industrial equipment to minimize downtime and maintain efficient operations.
- Install, repair, and maintain a variety of industrial machinery, including conveyors, motors, and related systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and high-pressure boilers to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems as part of routine and emergency maintenance activities.
- Conduct welding and fabrication tasks as needed to support equipment repair and modification.
- Use PLC troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve control system issues within automated equipment.
- Perform electrical troubleshooting and basic electrical maintenance on equipment and control systems, with training provided as needed.
- Document maintenance activities and repair work to support accurate equipment histories and compliance with facility standards.
- Collaborate with operations and other maintenance team members to prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Work 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday) and participate in required work every other Saturday.
- Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when working with industrial equipment, boilers, electrical systems, and tools.
Essential Skills- Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician or mechanic in an industrial environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work on conveyors, motors, and other industrial machinery.
- Experience performing troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
- Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, including diagnosing and repairing related system issues.
- Ability to perform basic welding tasks to support equipment repair and maintenance.
- Capability to perform PLC troubleshooting to identify issues in automated control systems.
- Skill in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance on industrial equipment, with willingness to learn additional electrical tasks.
- Comfort working in a role that is approximately 70% mechanical and 30% electrical.
- Availability to work 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday) and every other Saturday as required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Possession of at least a 2B boilers license is strongly preferred, though not strictly required.
- Experience working with high-pressure boilers in an industrial setting.
- Background in industrial maintenance repair, including both mechanical and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with PLC controls and industrial automation environments.
- Experience in a clean, modern, or highly automated manufacturing or processing facility.
Why Work Here?Employees enjoy a strong performance-based bonus structure, with monthly bonuses that significantly increase overall earnings. The facility is recognized as one of the top operating plants in the country, offering a professional, well-organized environment where maintenance professionals can work with modern, automated equipment. Team members benefit from a clean, climate-controlled workplace and the opportunity to grow their skills, particularly in electrical and PLC-related work, through on-the-job training and development.
Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a state-of-the-art facility built approximately four years ago, featuring a highly automated operation that is clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled for year-round comfort. You will work primarily on industrial equipment and high-pressure boilers within a modern plant ranked among the top facilities nationwide. The schedule is 2nd shift, Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with required work every other Saturday. The environment includes advanced industrial machinery, conveyors, motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and PLC-controlled equipment, supported by a strong focus on safety and reliability.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Cottage Grove, MN.
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