Maintenance Technician II

TSI Incorporated; Auburn (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

DICKEY-john, part of the TSI Incorporated family, is seeking a Maintenance Technician II in Auburn, IL to perform building and grounds maintenance across multiple skilled areas. This role involves plumbing, electrical work, HVAC maintenance, and general repairs to ensure safe, efficient facility operations.

Under minimal supervision, you will document maintenance activities, operate forklifts and lifts, and support events by setting up spaces.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate/technical education preferred.
• HVAC, boiler maintenance or facilities maintenance training preferred.
• Licenses: forklift certification preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform building and grounds maintenance across multiple skilled areas.
• Repair plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry tasks as needed.
• Maintain HVAC equipment with preventive maintenance incl. filter changes.
• Operate forklift and powered lifts for facility tasks.
• Set up facilities for events and relocate furniture and materials as required.
• Follow safety policies and document maintenance activities.

Skills

Safety rules

Read schematics

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical training preferred

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Order management systems

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

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Maintenance Technician II

Location: Auburn, IL, US, 62615

Who Are We?
Nestled in the heartland, DICKEY-john is at the center of the agricultural marketplace. With more than 60 years of helping farmers produce higher yields to feed the world, DICKEY-john is proud of our heritage and our contributions. As a part of the TSI Incorporated family, DICKEY-john employees also provide support for TSI solutions. TSI’s vision to create a better world by helping to protect people, products and the environment is seen and experienced at all facilities, including our Auburn, Illinois DICKEY-john facility.

Maintenance Technician II at DICKEY-john

Under minimal supervision, perform building and grounds maintenance services and repairs in multiple skilled areas, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, minor electrical repairs and installations, and routine HVAC maintenance.

What Will You Do?

• Maintain building equipment, systems, environment and grounds by identifying problem areas and taking appropriate steps to replace or repair parts or make recommendations to supervisor concerning need for repairs.
• Perform minor plumbing tasks, replace fixtures and worn parts, clear clogged drains and solder broken or replaced pipes.
• Perform electrical wiring to install pumps and motors, replace fixtures, replace light bulbs and fuses and service ESD electrostatic grounding system in assembly areas.
• Patch or replace plaster or plaster board, paint walls, ceilings and trim.
• Assist janitorial service as required in sweeping, mopping and vacuuming. Clean up spills, remove spots or stains, address general facility cleanliness and orderliness as needed.
• Set up and take down tables and chairs for special events. Set up and maintain work tables, benches, shelves and other furnishings. Move office furniture, file cabinets, fixtures, etc. during relocations. Place and remove material to and from off-site storage facility using company van or rental vehicles.
• Maintain building exterior. Mow lawns, trim shrubbery, clean snow and debris from sidewalks, clean grounds, replace or upgrade landscaping.
• Ability to understand and complete assignments using the basic principles of mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, and electronics.
• Use hand tools, power tools and machine tools to fabricate or repair parts and equipment.
• Install, adjust or move mechanical equipment and perform minor troubleshooting as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance services on HVAC equipment, including filter changes.
• Operate a forklift and a powered lift for various facility applications and repairs.
• Follow all safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Complete other assignments and special projects as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, is required.
• Associate degree, vocational or technical education, equivalent apprenticeship, or Journeyman certification is preferred.
• Additional training in HVAC systems, boiler maintenance, facilities maintenance, or hazardous waste management and disposal are preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 2+ years of related facilities, maintenance, building operations, manufacturing, or industrial maintenance experience required.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and general repair of building systems, HVAC equipment, pluming, and electrical systems preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts, powered lifts, and other maintenance equipment preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred.
• HVAC, boiler operator, or other related maintenance certifications preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Ability to write routine reports, complete maintenance documentation, and communicate effectively with employees, contractors, and vendors.
• Working knowledge of basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and machine tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve practical maintenance and facility-related problems using sound judgment and established procedures.
• Ability to interpret and follow written, oral, diagrammatic, and scheduled instructions.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize work, and meet designated deadlines.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, and measurements.
• Ability to read, understand, and maintain records, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ability to operate forklifts, powered lifts, and company vehicles safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to safety and commitment to following company safety policies and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively to maintenance emergencies and facility needs.

EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE TO BE USED

Ability to use:

• Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and internet-based programs.
• Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), order management systems, and other job-related software applications.
• Standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, telephones, and postage equipment.
• Hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and diagnostic equipment used in facility maintenance.
• Forklifts, powered lift equipment, ladders, lawn tractors, snow blowers, and powered landscaping equipment. Company vehicles, vans, and other authorized motorized equipment as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; elevated and precarious work areas; wet and/or humid conditions; dust, fumes, airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold and heat; and the risk of electrical shock. Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate; however, hearing protection may be required in certain work areas. The position may involve exposure to hazardous materials and waste, requiring the use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and protective clothing. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility and grounds. Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, balancing, and climbing ladders or stairs are required. The employee may be required to work at varying heights and in both indoor and outdoor environments during all seasons and weather conditions. The employee must frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and move materials, equipment, furniture, tools, and supplies. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical lifting equipment. The employee must possess sufficient manual dexterity to safely operate hand tools, power tools, maintenance equipment, forklifts, powered lifts, and company vehicles. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May be required to work more hours than normally expected during a regular workweek depending on workload, deadline requirements and on-call status.

Travel

Ability to safely operate a company vehicle to transport and retrieve parts, equipment, and supplies as needed. Position may require occasional overnight travel for training and to provide support at other company locations.

What Can We Give You?
At TSI/DICKEY-john, our employees are our most valuable assets, and we care about their health and happiness. We offer a competitive benefits program to keep our employees and their family members protected and foster a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we are committed to employee development and growth, and encourage and foster an environment of collaboration, and innovation. Our work has meaning and the products we design and build help protect people and the environment.

Dress for your day : We want our employees to be comfortable at work and we know they are more productive when they’re comfortable. The dress for your day policy allows employees’ discretion to select appropriate dress for the business of each workday.
Free Beverages/On-site Cafeteria:Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate each day at work. We also have a large cafeteria employees can eat lunch in, as well as an outside areas that employees can enjoy during the summer months.

Flexible Work Arrangement: TSI/DICKEY-john employees can expect to have work-life balance, vacation, sick time, 8 paid holidays, bereavement leave, maternity/paternity leave, and more.

Pay and Benefits: Competitive market salary from $53,000 - $63,000 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities may be available and awarded at the discretion of the Company. Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off Program: Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid floating holidays.
• Other Benefits: Life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and professional development opportunities.

*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. We require proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

EOE/Vet/Disability

DICKEY-john manufactures monitors, controllers, moisture testers, ground speed sensors, and a variety of other systems used in agricultural, public works, and analytical markets. Customers range from individual farmers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). No matter what the size, the expectations are the same: a cost-effective, technologically advanced, precision product.Visit our products at https://www.dickey-john.com/

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