Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

nVent; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent in Minneapolis seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform electrical and mechanical work installing, maintaining and repairing plant equipment. You will execute preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and support production with timely repairs. The role requires safety awareness, ability to lift 50 lbs, and proficiency with shop tools.

Strong teamwork and computer skills are valued. We offer a dynamic global platform with opportunities across the world and a long history of innovative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in using computers and computer applications.
• No corrective actions or performance improvement plans within six months of posting.
• No decision making leaves within 12 months of posting.
• Most recent performance rating of 4.0 or greater.
• Completed six months in current job bid classification or current career advancement classification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and record preventive maintenance on all production equipment.
• Repair and maintain all production equipment as required.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for repairs and PMs.
• Move, anchor, and align production machines.
• Observe safety rules and report unsafe conditions or hazards.
• Notify supervisors when problems arise concerning equipment or materials.
• Install and maintain electrical equipment integral to production machines.
• Diagnose machine malfunctions and implement repairs.
• Make emergency repairs to limit downtime.
• Perform periodic maintenance checks and lubricate machinery.
• Build equipment parts and experimental machines to specs.
• Coordinate material requisitions for each project.
• Test circuits and report findings.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Welding skills

Print reading

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Drill press, torches, hand tools

Lift 50lbs overhead

Forklift/Vehicle Driver’s licenses

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Primary Objective Of Position

To perform both electrical and mechanical work involving installation, maintenance and repairs of plant equipment.

To maintain, install, and repair production and facility equipment. Construct and install, support equipment to production areas.

Major Areas Of Accountability

• Perform and record preventive maintenance as defined on all production equipment.
• Repair and maintain all production equipment as required.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for repairs and PMs.
• Move, anchor, and align production machines as requested.
• Observes all applicable safety rules and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to Supervisor.
• Notify maintenance supervisors, department leader, and value stream mangers when problems arise concerning equipment, operations, materials etc.
• Install and maintain electrical equipment that are an integral part of production machines and plant equipment.
• Diagnose machine malfunctions and operating difficulties and implement repairs and adjustments on machines.
• Make emergency repairs when necessary to limit excessive downtime and production delays.
• Make periodic preventative maintenance checks and lubricate all production machinery.
• Build equipment parts and experimental machines to work order specifications as required.
• Coordinate material requisitions needed for each project.
• Test circuits with testing equipment and report finding to others for diagnosis.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years mechanical maintenance experience
• Experience in manufacturing environment
• Experience in using computers and computer applications
• No corrective actions or performance improvement plans within six (6) months of the job posting opening date
• No decision making leaves within 12 months of the job posting opening date
• Most recent performance rating of 4.0 or greater
• Successfully completed six (6) months in current job bid classification OR current career advancement classification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of business processes.
• Mechanical skills, welding skills (stick and wire feed), print reading, etc.
• Skills in attention to detail and accuracy.
• Skills with written and verbal communication.
• Skills in using drill press, torches, hand tools, cut off saw, iron worker, etc.
• Ability to obtain forklift and company Vehicle Driver’s licenses.
• Ability to lift 50lbs overhead

Shift would be Monday-Friday-6:00AM-2:30PM

Range of pay based on experience from $26.00-$32.00

We Have

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
• Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance
  • Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range

$23.90 - $44.40 Per Hour

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.