Maintenence Technician

Ethanolproducer; South Dakota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partially paid employer health insurance

Paid time off

401k match

Vision

Dental

Bonus Program

Job summary

Ethanolproducer is looking for a Maintenence Technician to ensure the repair and maintenance of plant equipment for optimal production. Responsibilities include scheduled maintenance, performing repairs, and working with contractors.

Ideal candidates should have 1-3 years experience in mechanical equipment maintenance, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Benefits include partially paid health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment.
• Welding knowledge and experience preferred for process piping.
• Experience with safety precautions and rules.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace plant equipment on a scheduled basis.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Communicate with production and shipping departments.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interact professionally with customers

Strong analytical abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Forklift

Job description

Maintenence Technician Details

Job Title: Maintenence Technician

Location: Depending on Experience

Job Description & Requirements

Responsible for the repair and maintenance of the plant equipment to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

• Repair or replace plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Communicate directly with production and shipping/receiving department to coordinatemaintenance and repair work.
• Assist with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.
• Assist with new installations and other projects, as requested by supervisor/manager.
• Work with external contractors to plan and implement installation of new equipment or systems.
• Participate and follow all safety, health, and environmental programs.
• Know and understand city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to maintenance and plant equipment, and work in a manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all times.
• Work in a safe manner at all times.
• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Be available for overtime work on a scheduled or call-in basis as required.
• Scheduled on-call hours are required for this position.
• Know and understand basic machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Job Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience in maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment; pumps, valves, compressors required.
• Welding knowledge and experience on carbon / stainless steel preferred for process piping.
• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System preferred.
• Forklift certified or capable of achieving certification.
• Knowledge of and strict attention to safety precautions and rules required.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to maintain good relationships with internal and external customers, use tact and diplomacy, and possess a customer service focus.
• Strong analytical abilities, problem solving skills, negotiation skills, dispute resolution and ability to overcome obstacles.
• Manage multiple priorities with efficiency and accuracy.
• Ability to anticipate needs and accomplish necessary tasks.
• Strong motivational ability.
• Act with honesty and integrity.

Benefits

• Partially paid employer health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401k match.
• Vision.
• Dental.
• Bonus Program.