Mechanical Construction Technician

Sentryusa; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentry is seeking mechanically minded individuals for hands-on work on diverse industrial and agricultural projects in the Watertown region. The team tackles steel buildings, grain systems, ethanol plant shutdowns, equipment installation and maintenance, and facility upgrades.

Join a crew that values problem solving, practical skills, and pride in completing projects from start to finish. Local or regional work is common, with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and a strong work ethic are required.
• Experience in construction, welding, fabrication, agriculture, or industrial settings is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a crew.
• Comfortable working at heights and in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain industrial and agricultural equipment.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, and related equipment.
• Assist with welding, fabrication, and steel erection tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Independent work

Ability to work at heights

Valid driver's license

Job description

Sentry is looking for team members to join our growing crew. We're seeking hardworking, mechanically minded individuals who enjoy hands-on work, solving problems, and seeing projects completed from start to finish.

Our crews work on a variety of industrial and agricultural projects including:

• Steel buildings
• Grain systems
• Ethanol plant shutdowns
• Equipment installation & maintenance
• Structural steel and facility upgrades

No two days are the same, and most work is local or regional.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain industrial and agricultural equipment
• Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, and equipment
• Assist with welding, fabrication, and steel erection
• Read tape measures, layouts, and blueprints
• Work safely and efficiently with a crew
• Help keep jobsites, trucks, and equipment clean and organized

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with a strong work ethic
• Construction, welding, fabrication, ag, or industrial experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Comfortable working at heights and in physically demanding environments
• Valid driver's license preferred

If you take pride in your work, enjoy variety, and like building things that last, we'd like to talk with you.