Maintenance (Duluth)

Description

Summary: Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance on heavy equipment, including welding, fabrication, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions. Highlights: 1. Perform maintenance on heavy equipment and specialized machinery 2. Expertise in hydraulics, electrical systems, and diesel engine repair 3. Strong skills in MIG, TIG, or Stick welding and torch cutting Key Responsibilities • Equipment Maintenance & Repair: Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance on heavy equipment, including hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and magnetic systems. • Welding & Fabrication: Carry out welding, cutting, torching, and fabrication tasks to repair structural damage to machinery, buckets, and containers. • Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions, often working under pressure to minimize production downtime. • Preventive Maintenance (PM): Adhere to scheduled maintenance, such as changing oil, lubricants, filters, and checking wear parts to prevent breakdowns. • Safety Compliance: Ensure all work adheres to OSHA and company safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, proper use of PPE, and maintaining a clean work environment. • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts usage, and inspections. • Parts Management: Monitor inventory, order necessary parts, and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely repairs. Qualifications & Skills • Experience: 2+ years of experience as an industrial maintenance technician, heavy equipment mechanic, or diesel mechanic, preferably in a recycling, construction, or mining environment. • Technical Skills: Proven expertise in hydraulics, electrical systems, and diesel engine repair. • Welding Proficiency: Strong skills in MIG, TIG, or Stick welding, as well as torch cutting. • Physical Stamina: Ability to lift over 50–75 lbs, climb on equipment, work at heights, and work in confined spaces. • Adaptability: Ability to work in varied, often harsh, weather conditions (heat, cold, rain). • Communication: Good communication skills to liaise with operators, managers, and external suppliers. Required flexibility to work overtime and some Saturdays. Core Responsibilities Equipment Maintenance & Repair: Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on specialized machinery, including: Mobile Equipment: Forklifts (Toyota, Komatsu), skid loaders (Caterpillar), and excavators or material handlers (Sennebogen, Liebherr). System Diagnostics: Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical system issues to determine the root cause of equipment failures. Facility Upkeep: Maintain building systems, including minor plumbing, electrical wiring, and HVAC. Address safety hazards like broken gates or structural damage. Record Keeping: Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and labor hours. Manage spare parts inventories and order supplies as needed. Safety Compliance: Enforce OSHA and company safety standards, including the proper management of hazardous materials like solvents, flammables, and Freon. Required Skills & Qualifications Mechanical Aptitude: Extensive experience with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and heavy equipment operation. Technical Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and move heavy objects (typically 50-65+ lbs), climb ladders, and work in various outdoor conditions (extreme heat/cold). Certifications: Requires a high school diploma or GED. Environment: Work is performed in a high-noise environment with exposure to dust, fumes, grease, and moving machinery parts. Schedule & Compensation: • Full-time • Competitive pay and benefits. • Overtime opportunities may be available