Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Great Northern is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to maintain production equipment, process support equipment, and building infrastructure. The role includes preventive maintenance and upkeep of electrical and mechanical systems, as well as troubleshooting and repairing equipment failures. The technician will follow company policies to keep company assets in optimal condition and contribute to continuous improvement and downtime-reduction efforts. The position follows a fixed 2-2-3 schedule of 12-hour shifts from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Overtime is required. Compensation is $37.13–$40.79, depending on education. The employer describes its workplace as collaborative, safe, clean, and enjoyable, and says its paper-based packaging products are sustainable and eco-friendly.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
- An associate degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Automation, a Millwright or Journeyman card, or willingness to obtain one is required. Employees who do not already hold one must obtain a certificate, associate degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Automation, Millwright card, or Journeyman card in a maintenance-related field within six years of hire.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Pride in work, punctuality, safe work practices, effective teamwork, optimism, ownership of responsibilities, and willingness to look for continuous improvement opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- PLC experience, including troubleshooting and minor editing, is strongly preferred.
- Electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, and HVAC experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in continuous improvement and communicate opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Perform general industrial maintenance, including lubricating, repairing, rebuilding, troubleshooting, and cleaning production machines.
- Maintain infrastructure and perform fabrication work, including welding, cutting, grinding, carpentry, and operating shop machines and small hand tools.
- Maintain and repair lift trucks, roll grabs and dollies, steam generators, air compressors, and other process support equipment.
- Perform electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, HVAC, and concrete work.
- Carry out and assist in developing preventive maintenance procedures.
- Create and complete work orders using the CMMS.
- Communicate with machine operators.
- Use the CMMS and other resources to support maintenance planning.
- Support and develop downtime-reduction initiatives.
- Work overtime as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer contribution
- Pension plan
- Paid vacation during the first year of employment
- Referral program offering up to $1,000
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- On-site clinic and nurse practitioner at no charge for team members and their family
- Health fitness reimbursement
- Steel-toed shoe reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
