Shop Technician

Vertex Group; Hibbing (MN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper Engineering in Hibbing, MN is seeking a Shop Technician to support lubrication, rubber, and general shop operations. You will act as a versatile team member, performing hands‑on maintenance, cleaning, equipment prep, and basic repairs, while coordinating with other departments.

Candidates should be mechanically inclined, detail oriented, able to multi‑task, and lift up to 50 lbs. A technical degree or GED is required, MSHA training is a plus, and willingness to travel occasionally.

Qualifications

• Must have a 2-year technical degree, GED or equivalent experience.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively, including repetitive tasks.
• Positive attitude, takes pride and ownership of work.
• Mechanically inclined with basic shop skills (mower blades, forklift, torch).
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• MSHA training is a plus or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean and organized work environment in the lubrication room.
• Transfer lubrication product from fluid bags to pumping bins.
• Lubrication tank cleaning and pumping support as needed.
• Serve as primary backup to lubrication technician for pumping at customer site(s).
• Burning rubber out of shells, pipes and other equipment as needed.
• Support prep and installation of rubber for large balling drum jobs.
• Sand blasting of pipes, pumps, shells, etc.
• Cleaning, maintenance and upkeep of shop bathrooms, floors and general facility cleanliness.
• Pallet organization for job prep; organization of warehouse parts as directed.
• Lawn mowing/shoveling and facility upkeep tasks as needed.
• Driveway repair, sign upkeep, and related property maintenance.
• Washing/vacuuming shop trucks; oil/tire changes; office updates.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Team player

Ownership

Lift 50 lbs

Education

2 yr Technical degree, GED or equivalent

MSHA desired or willing to complete

Job description

Description

As a Shop Technician with Jasper Engineering, your mission is to contribute to the overall success, efficiency and effectiveness of our Shop and Warehouse departments by playing the critical role of a utility player. You will be expected to anticipate the needs of the different departments and take lead in completing several critical tasks. It is imperative that you gain an understanding of how each department operates in an effort to help identify potential gaps that your specific skillset can fill.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lubrication Department

• Ensure a clean and organized work environment in the lubrication room
• Transfer lubrication product from fluid bags to pumping bins
• Lubrication tank cleaning and pumping support, as needed
• Serve as primary backup to lubrication technician for pumping at customer site(s)

Linatex Rubber Department

• Burning rubber out of shells, pipes and other equipment as needed.
• Support the prep and installation of rubber for large balling drum jobs
• Sand blasting of pipes, pumps, shells, etc.

Shop Maintenance

• Cleaning, maintenance and upkeep of shop bathrooms, floors and general facility cleanliness
• Pallet organization for job prep
• Lubrication tank cleaning and pumping support
• Organization of warehouse parts as directed

Facility/Property Maintenance

• Lawn mowing/shoveling
• Jasper Sign upkeep and beautification
• Driveway repair
• Dump runs for pallets and garbage

Shop Truck Maintenance

• Washing/Vacuuming
• Oil/tire changes
• Office updates-painting, general cleaning

Other tasks and duties as directed to include but not limited to the following:

• Equipment Delivery on request'
• Keep/Fill assistance with chain business
• Delivery truck loading/unloading
• Gear cleans
• Truck bed equipment installs
• Other tasks as required to support the team in general.

Leadership & Professionalism:

• Communicate effectively both in person and in writing.
• Be sensitive to the needs of the organization and responsive to requests from within and outside of the organization.
• Exhibit the utmost integrity. Reflect positively on Jasper as a member of the communities in which we operate.

Team:

• Work as part of a team, supporting other departments and being responsive to requests as needed
• Assist the development of those around you
• Support your teammates and Jasper's partners through your actions and communications.

Working Conditions:

• Jasper Office/Shop- Hibbing MN
• Some tasks could take place on nights and weekends
• Some travel may be required

Process Improvement Mindset:

• Constantly strive for ways to improve Jasper in terms effectiveness, efficiency and overall retention and attraction of key personnel

Ongoing Development:

• Constantly seek to develop and grow as an an individual and a member of the Jasper team, always being open to feedback and opportunities to improve as a professional and providing appropriate feedback & assistance in developing others.

Requirements

• 2 yr Technical degree, GED or equivalent experience in a similar position
• Highly detailed and task oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively, content with repetitive work
• Positive attitude, takes pride and ownership
• Mechanically inclined (experience with changing mower blades, running a forklift, lighting a torch etc.)
• Able to lift 50 lbs without assistance
• MSHA desired or willing to complete
• Team focused