Mechanic - Blaine

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Equipment Maintenance Technician I in Minnesota. The role focuses on preventive maintenance and skilled mechanical repair of heavy equipment, including inspecting machines for maintenance needs and performing repairs or replacements as needed.

The position may require operating related equipment and tools to complete tasks. Candidates should hold a high school diploma or GED and be eligible to obtain a Minnesota Class A

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CDL Class A with ability to obtain within six months; costs covered.
• DOT Vehicle Inspector Certification or ability to obtain within nine months; costs covered.
• EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery Certification or ability to obtain within nine months; costs covered.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machines for maintenance needs.
• Determine and perform appropriate maintenance, repair or replacement work.
• Operate applicable equipment and tools.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Heavy equipment repair

Machine inspection

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nine-month vo-tech training certificate in automotive/heavy equipment/small engine repair

Tools

MN Class A CDL

DOT Vehicle Inspector Certification

EPA HVAC Refrigerant Certification

Job description

Job Posting

The first level of the Equipment Maintenance Series is responsible for performing skilled work involving preventative maintenance and mechanical repair of heavy equipment. Responsibilities may include: inspecting machines for maintenance needs; determining and conducting appropriate maintenance, repair or replacement work; and operating applicable equipment and tools.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of employment. All associated costs will be covered.
• Valid DOT Vehicle Inspector Certifications or ability to obtain within nine months of employment. All associated costs will be covered.
• Valid EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification or ability to obtain within nine months of employment (ADE, MACS or equivalent). All associated costs will be covered.

Desirable Requirements

• Nine-month vo-tech training certificate in automotive, heavy equipment and/or small engine repair.
• Automotive Service of Excellence (ASE) Certification.

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.