Maintenance I

Enertechusa; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,500 Hiring Bonus

Drug-Free Workplace

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in South Dakota is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance tasks. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing equipment, conducting preventive maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Key qualifications include strong knowledge of electrical systems, welding proficiency, and effective communication skills. The position offers a hiring bonus and requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate company vehicles.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated reliability and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate forklifts and complete required training.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including AC/DC.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on machines and facility systems.
• Conduct vehicle and forklift servicing and repairs.
• Maintain accurate documentation for safety and regulatory compliance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.

Skills

Strong attendance and punctuality

Forklift operation

Welding and brazing proficiency

General carpentry skills

Strong troubleshooting skills

Detail-oriented

Effective communication skills

Education

EPA Section 608 Certification (preferred)

Valid driver’s license

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role includes troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment, installing and maintaining single- and three-phase electrical systems, and completing general carpentry, plumbing, welding, and fabrication work. The technician conducts preventive and predictive maintenance, services vehicles and forklifts, maintains accurate safety and maintenance records, and follows OSHA and company safety standards.

$1,500 Hiring Bonus!

Qualifications for Maintenance I

• Demonstrated strong attendance, punctuality, reliability, and organizational skills; consistently adheres to attendance and PTO policies
• Proven ability to maintain accurate records and comply with quality standards
• Ability to operate forklifts and successfully complete required Enertech forklift training
• Proficient in welding, brazing, and the use of maintenance and fabrication equipment
• Skilled in general carpentry and plumbing tasks
• Strong knowledge of single-phase and three-phase electrical systems, including industrial electricity and AC/DC systems
• Thorough understanding of workplace safety requirements, including OSHA standards
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical and mechanical systems
• Detail-oriented with the ability to complete tasks accurately and within established timelines
• Experience in fabrication, welding, brazing, cutting, and general maintenance practices
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and comply with a drug-free workplace policy
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain department operations and respond to questions
• Self-motivated, energetic, and mechanically inclined
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings
• EPA Section 608 Certification preferred, or willingness and ability to obtain certification through training

Duties & Responsibilities for Maintenance I

• Perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on machines, batteries, tools, and facility systems
• Perform General Carpentry and Complete general carpentry and plumbing work as required
• Install and maintain single-phase and three-phase electrical equipment
• Conduct vehicle and forklift servicing, repairs, and scheduled monthly maintenance
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, including routine inspections
• Coordinate and execute the installation, relocation, and rearrangement of equipment
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation to support safety, regulatory, and insurance requirements, including daily and monthly safety checklists
• Ensure the safe, efficient repair, maintenance, and cleaning of all equipment associated with plant operations
• Remove, install, rebuild, weld, braze, lubricate, and perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment as needed
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using hands-on problem-solving skills
• Use tools and equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures
• Support and strengthen the Maintenance function by collaborating with the team to ensure operational goals and performance standards are met

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