Maintenance Technician

AtWork Group; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

AtWork Group is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician in Mandan, North Dakota. This full-time role focuses on ensuring the reliability of plant equipment through proactive maintenance and immediate response to repairs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least three years of maintenance experience, preferably in the food processing industry.

Benefits include 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off. The hourly pay ranges from $22.00 to $26.00 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in electrical work, refrigeration, welding, or general building maintenance.
• Food processing industry experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Learn set-up, operation, and adjustments of production equipment.
• Repair equipment breakdowns and perform plumbing and electrical work.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedule for production equipment.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Electrical work experience

Communication skills

Forklift operation

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Industrial Refrigeration Certification

Job description

Overview

Our client company is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their team. This role is essential in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant equipment, facilities, and tools. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and technical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn set-up, operation, adjustments, and operating parameters of production equipment.
• Safety must always be a priority, must remedy any unsafe conditions as quickly as possible.
• Assess maintenance and repair problems with follow-up.
• Repair equipment when breakdowns occur to maintain production, and perform plumbing and electrical work as needed.
• Develop and maintain strong communication with machine operators, department supervisors, and managers.
• Facilitate implementation of preventive maintenance schedule for production equipment & machinery.
• Build spare parts stock for normal wear items.
• Paint any areas and as necessary and repair aesthetic defects such as seals, hinges, hangers, etc., as production schedule allows.
• Develop a daily walk-through routine to identify and document potential problems or issues.
• Be on call, as needed. Serve as a role model in projecting and applying company policies and departmental SOPs, and promote a teamwork environment at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Strong communication skills required (phone, email, face-to-face, video conferencing).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum three years of experience in electrical work (single-phase, 3-phase, programming), refrigeration, welding, fabrication, forklift operation, or general building maintenance.
• Experience in Process Improvement and Best Practices.
• Industrial Refrigeration Certification is a plus.
• Food processing industry experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and technical aptitude.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Work Environment

• 96% of work conducted in production areas with exposure to machinery, noise, varying temperatures, humidity, and wet conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, stooping, and bending.
• Exposure to food allergens in ingredients or finished products.

Job Type & Pay

Full-time. Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Must be flexible, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs. Day shift.

Experience

• Industrial maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)
• Equipment repair: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location

In person.