Maintenance Technician

Placon Corporation; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Placon is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Plymouth, MN to keep high‑speed production running. You will perform mechanical, electrical, and controls maintenance, read schematics, and implement preventive programs.

The role requires 2+ years in industrial maintenance or 6+ years with increasing complexity, and involves safe operation of forklifts and welding, with a 5:00 am start time on site.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electro‑Mechanical Technology or Industrial Electronics or related field.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience OR 6+ years of increasingly complex maintenance experience.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics and PLC Ladder logic.
• Solid understanding of PLCs, servo systems, and automated machine controls.
• Experience with electronic test equipment, welding and hand/power tools.
• Forklift operation and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide breakdown, corrective, and preventive maintenance on electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex production and auxiliary equipment with minimal supervision.
• Integrate electrical control systems for new/rebuilt machinery and process improvements.
• Build, rebuild, install and fabricate electronic control systems.
• Develop and monitor preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes (OSHA, NEC, LOTO) and cooperate with team.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Lead to execute work orders and improve operations.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical schematics

PLC Ladder logic

Servo systems

Welding (Soldering, ARC, MIG)

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in Electro‑Mechanical Technology or Industrial Electronics

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Standard welding techniques

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician who enjoys solving complex technical problems on the fly, keeping high-speed production running, and helping our operations grow. If you are highly skilled in troubleshooting electro‑mechanical systems, confident reading schematics, and ready to take a hands‑on role on the production floor, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Compensation

• Starting Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour (Dependent on experience).

Work Schedule

• Full‑time, onsite role based in Plymouth, MN.
• Hours: Monday-Friday / 5:00 am - 1:00 pm; 8 hour shift‑shift hours may change.
• Ability to arrive as early as 5:00 am is preferred, but not required.

Why Placon – You'll Love It Here

• Impactful Role: A hands‑on position where your technical expertise truly matters to keep our plant running smoothly.
• Modern Facility: A supportive manufacturing environment equipped with production and auxiliary machinery.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to stay up to date on emerging technologies, influence processes, and continuously grow your skills.
• Stability & Balance: Competitive pay, great benefits, and a stable schedule that supports work‑life balance.
• Strong Culture: A growth‑minded team environment where safe work practices are always prioritized.

What You'll Do

• Perform Maintenance: Provide breakdown, corrective, and preventive electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical maintenance on all production equipment.
• Troubleshoot & Repair: Diagnose and repair complex production and auxiliary equipment to "as built" condition with minimal supervision.
• System Integration: Integrate electrical control systems for new/rebuilt machinery, facilities equipment, and process improvements.
• Build & Fabricate: Participate in the specification, building, rebuilding, installation, and fabrication of electronic control systems.
• Optimize Programs: Monitor machine operations and assist in developing preventive maintenance (PM) programs to ensure uninterrupted operation.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all machinery and facilities comply with applicable safety codes, including OSHA, National Electric Code (NEC), and LOTO protocols.
• Collaborate: Partner with the Maintenance Lead and team to execute work orders according to schedule and improve machine operations.

What You Bring

• Education & Experience: Associate degree in Electro‑Mechanical Technology, Industrial Electronics, or a related field plus 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience OR 6+ years of increasingly complex industrial maintenance experience.
• Technical Blueprints: Proven ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and PLC Ladder logic programs.
• Systems Expertise: Solid understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), digital/analog servo systems, and automated machine controls.
• Shop Skills: Competency using electronic test equipment, hand/powered tools, and standard welding techniques (soldering, ARC, MIG).
• Certifications: Ability to safely operate motorized vehicles including forklifts and elevated work platforms.
• Physical Capability: Comfortable moving freely throughout the facility, working on your feet, and occasionally lifting up to 50+ lbs.
• Mindset: A self‑starter attitude with strong interpersonal skills, a team‑oriented mindset, and a stellar history of working safely.

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non‑immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.