Maintenance Technician

Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association; Hamel (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association is looking for a dedicated Facilities Maintenance Technician in Hamel, Minnesota. This role involves ensuring the operation of machinery through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems, and assisting with corrective maintenance. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in maintenance, and strong mechanical and problem-solving skills. Competitive hourly wage of $19 – $24 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in facilities/maintenance or similar.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Basic electrical wiring skills.
• Hands-on experience with metalworking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by performing preventive maintenance.
• Assist with corrective maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and determine causes of failures in systems.
• Set up and operate metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Initiate purchase orders and maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports based on collected data.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electronic systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Lathes

Drill presses

Grinders

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by performing preventive maintenance.
• Assist with corrective maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and determine causes of failures in electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical schematics for troubleshooting.
• Wire, perform electrical installations and disconnections, and connect machine tools and other machinery.
• Set up and operate lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts and machinery.
• Apply Lock Out / Tag Out procedures during maintenance as required.
• Initiate purchase orders and maintain adequate inventory levels of repair parts.
• Assist with scheduling, facilitation, and management of any maintenance or repair contracted to outside vendors.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports based on collected data, analysis, and trends.
• Communicate with external suppliers, vendors, and equipment manufacturers to obtain information as needed.
• Assist with implementing, maintaining, and monitoring the preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience in facilities/maintenance or similar.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Basic electrical wiring skills.
• Hands‑on experience with metalworking equipment (lathes, drill presses, grinders).
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Salary

$19 – $24 per hour (based on experience).

Position Type

Full-time.

Location

Hamel, Minnesota, United States