Maintenance Technician (Onsite- Greenville WI)

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About the role

The maintenance technician is responsible for the general upkeep of the interior and exterior areas of the facility, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical devices, preventative maintenance programs, and plays a primary role in the safety committee. Other responsibilities include vendor selection and recommendations, and overseeing the direct work of outside contractors. This is a working “hands-on” role that ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws including OSHA.

Work Location: Onsite at our Greenville location, with support for our Lyndale Facility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Electrical troubleshooting and repair of control wiring circuits.
• Reading and interpreting prints for both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnosing and repairing equipment and system failures.
• Replacing conveyor drives, motors, belts, and components.
• Electrical troubleshooting of AC and DC drives.
• Performing minor repairs in trades such as plumbing, drywall, painting, and carpentry.
• Using typical mechanics/electricians tools and inspection devices to diagnose problems.
• Implementation of Preventative Maintenance Programs.
• Leading the Safety Committee and conducting evacuation drills.
• Supporting vendor selection and managing outside contractors.

Requirements

• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Hands-on experience in directing skilled trades.
• Demonstrated competency in mechanical skills and general repairs.
• Shift flexibility during peak season.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with a minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance, safety, and plant engineering.
• Trade School or Electrical certification preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision (effective day 1).
• Basic life insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and annual paid volunteer time.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or touch.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Mental demands include multitasking, decision-making, problem-solving, comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing data.

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