Maintenance Mechanic $45.38/hr

Gopher Resource; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 50,779 - 72,322; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Generous healthcare benefits

401k + company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Gopher Resource is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Eagan, Minnesota. The position offers a competitive pay of $44.68 per hour, along with a substantial signing bonus of $10,000.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy industrial maintenance including welding/fabrication and pneumatics. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment. Full-time with a rotating 4 on/4 off schedule.

Generous perks such as healthcare benefits, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Heavy industrial experience in relevant areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Use hand tools, welding equipment, and pneumatic tools to make repairs.
• Conduct pre-employment testing including background checks and physicals.

Skills

Heavy industrial experience in welding/fabrication

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Blueprint or schematic reading

Preventative maintenance (PM)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Pneumatic tools

Electric tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - $44.68/hr + $10,000 Signing Bonus

We have 2 openings for Industrial Maintenance Mechanic on the 6pm-6am shift and rotating 4 on/4 off schedule. All new hires initially start on the Monday-Friday day shift to participate in New Hire Training. Following this training period, mechanics are assigned to their regular work schedule.

What We Offer

• Starting pay is $45.38/hour plus $0.80 shift differential for the night shift
• $10,000 signing bonus
• Additional perks include: annual bonus potential, generous healthcare benefits, 401k + company match, paid time off, paid breaks, tuition reimbursement, gym reimbursement

Job Overview

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on plant equipment and machinery. This position uses hand tools, welding equipment, pneumatic and/or electric tools and precision measuring tools to make repairs or replace equipment. Equipment repairs/replacements include but are not limited to pumps, fans, gearboxes, piping, fabrication, conveyors, and large rotating equipment. All offers are contingent upon subsequent pre‑employment testing that includes background check, drug screen, and clinic physical.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Heavy industrial experience in welding/fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprint or schematic reading, predictive maintenance (PdM) and preventative maintenance (PM), pumps, mechanical drives, and material handling equipment
• Passing of all pre‑employment testing including mechanical efficiency test, criminal background check, employment and academic verifications, drug screen and physical
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, to perform essential job duties such as reading safety instructions, understanding work directions, and completing required documentation

Physical Requirements

• Required to wear respiratory protection up to 12 hours a day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Required to be able to move about the plant, including climbing a flight of stairs, up to 12 hours a day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to work in a hot production area wearing protective clothing, up to 12 hours a day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, and hearing protection) with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to lift/carry up to 80 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

Gopher Resource is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.