Maintenance Team Lead

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company in the renewable-energy sector, manufacturing high-efficiency solar modules in Ontario, Minnesota, and through global partners. Customer First is our guiding principle and core cultural value.

Why join Heliene

We offer growth opportunities, intellectual challenges, and a flexible, collaborative culture. The role comes with a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (100 % employer-paid health/dental/vision for employees, 50 % for dependents), life insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.

About the role

The Maintenance Team Lead supports large production machinery through preventative and breakdown maintenance, reporting, and supervision of Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians (MMTs) on 12-hour rotating shifts (6 am–6 pm or 6 pm–6 am).

• Large Production Machinery Maintenance – 55 %
• Supervision of Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians – 25 %
• Administrative tasks – 10 %
• Other duties as assigned – 10 %

Responsibilities

• Implement the preventative-maintenance program for production machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, or replace faulty electronic components (e.g., printed circuit boards).
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as motors and lighting fixtures; replace damaged wires and cables.
• Identify and analyze equipment or machinery failures and take corrective actions.
• Ensure facility equipment and machines are maintained properly and working correctly.
• Repair and troubleshoot pneumatic and electrically controlled systems.
• Become proficient in all areas of the production line.
• Clean machines and machine parts; remove and reinstall parts as necessary.
• Identify causes of unexpected breakdowns; make modifications and conduct test runs.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed and records of damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Support development of internal SOPs, manuals, and equipment guides for other departments.
• Evaluate jobs in process and on completion to ensure safety and work-quality expectations are met.
• Provide technical training to management and team members as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Manage time, attendance, and employee relations for MMTs.
• Communicate priorities, targets, and operational requirements to MMTs.
• Support recruitment, training, performance monitoring, and progress tracking to meet targets.

Requirements

• Degree from a vocational or community college in electrical, mechanical, or related field with four years of work experience and two years of supervisory/leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Thorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to plant operation and maintenance.
• Ability to understand and operate facility systems and equipment; perform and analyze system checks.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow instructions from supervisors.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, blueprints, and schematics.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, test meters, and diagnostic equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass a record check and drug screening prior to employment.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the production facility.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to discern color-coded wiring.
• Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.

Pay

Salary: $29.00 – $39.00 per hour plus a $1.00 per hour night-shift premium.

Benefits

• 100 % employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees; 50 % co-pay for spouse/dependents.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401K retirement plan.

Schedule

12-hour rotating shifts: 6 am–6 pm or 6 pm–6 am.