$3K Sign-On Bonus: Electro/Mechanical Technician II - 1st Shift - Bayport, MN

Andersen Corporation•Bayport, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Andersen Corporation is hiring a multi-skilled electrical/mechanical technician to troubleshoot and support production equipment at its Bayport, Minnesota facility. The position requires advanced troubleshooting competency, enforcement of applicable electrical codes, and mentoring and coaching other technicians. The technician must be trained on electrical hazards and promote the company’s electrical safety programs. The role also operates Power Industrial Trucks (PIT) and requires ongoing training in electrical and mechanical technologies and code compliance. Electrical work includes troubleshooting PLCs, drives, servos, HMIs, CNC equipment, and other systems; diagnosing and modifying PLC and HMI programs; applying NFPA 70E lockout/tagout requirements and NFPA 79 code; using electrical test instruments; and working with motor controllers and, at Bayport, high-voltage switchgear. Mechanical work includes maintaining drive, linear, actuating, clamping, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; metal fabrication and welding; and supporting advanced production CNC machinery. The technician proactively evaluates equipment reliability and efficiency, performs root cause analysis, and leads reliability and corrective-action sessions. The role involves occasional heavy lifting and work outdoors, with chemicals, hazardous waste, ladders and platforms, confined spaces, energized circuits, and hot equipment or materials. Andersen provides tools, uniforms, training, and equipment to help move or manipulate heavy components. The listed pay range is $33.50–$44.64. Eligible hires may receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments. The position is identified as first shift in the posting title.

Requirements

Demonstrated technical expertise in advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance functions.
Advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, reasoning, and analytical problem-solving skills.
A two-year technical degree or equivalent past work experience.
Continued technical training each year.
Excellent communication, time-management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Ability to work in a team environment and self-direct activities.
Project-management skills.
Must operate or be trained to use Power Industrial Trucks (PIT).
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 68 pounds and push and/or pull up to 92 pounds of force.
Ability to perform occasional squatting, crawling, reaching above the shoulders, kneeling, and balancing, as well as repetitive grasping and fine manipulation.
Ability to work outdoors, with chemicals and hazardous waste, at heights on ladders and platforms, in confined spaces, near energized electrical circuits, and near hot equipment or materials, while using appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and support production equipment using advanced electrical and mechanical skills.
Follow and enforce applicable National Electrical Code requirements, including NFPA 79, and comply with electrical lockout/tagout requirements under NFPA 70E.
Mentor, coach, and provide leadership to other technicians.
Promote electrical safety programs and maintain training related to electrical hazards.
Operate Power Industrial Trucks (PIT).
Diagnose PLC and HMI programs, including loading, modifying, and creating programs.
Use electrical test instruments to measure DC current, DC voltage, AC voltage, and resistance.
Troubleshoot, inspect, and clean motor-controller components.
Assess production equipment proactively to improve reliability and efficiency.
Maintain and troubleshoot drive, linear, actuating, clamping, hydraulic, pneumatic, and CNC systems.
Perform metal fabrication work, including welding, manual milling and turning, and sheet-metal fabrication.
Conduct root cause analysis using AMS tools and lead/facilitate RCCA and equipment reliability sessions.
Complete ongoing technical training in electrical and mechanical technologies and code compliance.
Manage maintenance functions and projects to maximize corporate assets.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $1,500 after 30 days and $1,500 after 60 days.
Opportunity to earn electrical hours toward licensure through on-the-job experience.
Paid time off aligned with prior relevant maintenance experience.
Tools and uniforms provided.
Monthly cell phone stipend.
In-house training in robotics, controls, automation, CNC systems, electrical work, and code compliance.
Annual National Electrical Code training.
Tuition reimbursement for a Minnesota Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
Learning and development opportunities through partnerships with local technical schools.
Shift differentials for second- and third-shift work.
Career growth and leadership opportunities.
401(k) plan with employer fixed contributions and company matching.
Profit sharing; the 2026 target is $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate and paid quarterly based on operating profit performance.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Health Reimbursement Account.
Life insurance.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Paid maternity leave and paid parental leave.
Career growth planning and nationwide career opportunities.