Versatile Shop Technician & Maintenance Specialist

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

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.