Experienced Shop Representative

Tennant Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennant Company is seeking an experienced maintenance mechanic to disassemble, assemble, and recondition a variety of Tennant equipment. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and work under supervision to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

Requirements include 3+ years of mobile equipment repair and a high school diploma or GED. The role emphasizes safe tool use, adherence to 5S, and participation in continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mobile equipment.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with a variety of mechanical and electrical assembly concepts.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical disassembly and assembly of products with complex functions requiring independent judgment.
• Teardown and rebuild a variety of used Tennant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems across Tennant products.
• Perform in-process quality checks and report results.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and report through the tier structure.

Skills

Troubleshooting mobile equipment

Mechanical assembly

Electrical systems

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years mobile equipment repair

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic devices

Job description

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform mechanical disassembly and assembly of products with complex functions requiring independent judgment
• Teardown and rebuild a variety of used Tennant equipment
• Learn product through Self Study and Hands-on experience and Guidance from a Shop Supervisor
• Assist in all aspects of the reconditioning process
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, battery, air, and water-cooled combustion engines, and diesel-gas-LP powered engine problems on all Tennant products.
• Responsible for proper and safe use, maintenance, and reporting of Tennant Company property. This includes tools and equipment.
• Responsible for completing work in a timely manner and using appropriate judgment to ensure quality and cost targets are achieved on each completed machine
• Perform in-process quality checks and communicate results
• Recognize, communicate, and document safety concerns
• Troubleshoot and adjust to build a quality product
• Perform housekeeping and 5S to keep the department clean, safe, and well-organized
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and report through the tier structure
• Proficient in multiple sub-assembly operations and shorter cycle time mainline stations
• Consistently present professional image, both in personal appearance and condition of company equipment
• Punctuality is a must for this position and individuals should have reliable means of transportation to and from work

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mobile equipment.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Can safely use hand and power tools, equipment, and diagnostic devices.
• Must be familiar with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures within mechanical and electrical assembly
• History of continuous improvement within previous positions
• Related manufacturing experience is preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Routinely lifts up to 40 pounds individually with most items weighing between 2 and 20 pounds. Occasionally may be required to lift items weighing up to 90 pounds. Assistance is provided for items weighing over 60 pounds.
• Works in multiple positions during a shift
• Position requires sitting, standing, twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Position requires bending, stooping, kneeling, or squatting on a daily basis. May be up to 30% of the day.
• Must be medically capable of performing all aspects of the job with the maximum amount of safety.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

• Routinely and regularly works near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to hot conditions
• Occasionally exposed to non-toxic fumes
• Moderate noise level
• Occasionallyexposed to oil, grease, gasoline, dust, metal particles and sharp-edged materials

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to wear safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.