Maintenance Mechanic - OWEF

Olmsted County•Olmsted Waste-to-Energy Facility (OWEF), MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being. We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential. Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Requirements

Experience equivalent to three (3) years of industrial maintenance.
OR Post-secondary certificate in Industrial Mechanics or Electronics or Robotics and one (1) year of industrial maintenance experience.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position.
Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around mechanical and electrical equipment
Knowledge of the standards, materials and methods of the mechanical, machining, welding and electrical trades
Knowledge of the functioning of a typical preventive maintenance system
Skill in operating forklifts and other industrial rolling-stock
Skill in the use of computers and technology
Ability to read and understand plans, sketches, diagrams and blueprint
Ability to use both simple hand tools and complex machine tools
Ability to understand and comply with written and oral procedures and instructions
Ability to recognize, diagnose and repair faulty operation of various power plant systems

Nice To Haves

Registered with the State of Minnesota as an unlicensed electrician or a maintenance electrician license.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or OWEF Leadership.
Performs a wide range of maintenance mechanic assignments under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.
Assists in maintaining spare parts/materials inventory.
Performs routine housekeeping in assigned areas.
Operates loaders and forklifts and other rolling-stock as needed.
Performs routine welding tasks.
Operates scale house as needed.
Assists in parts/materials procurement.
Operates ash/trash haul truck.
Takes responsibility for the safe use of all tools.
Responds to after hour needs on assigned weeks.
Assists in training lower grade maintenance mechanics.
Performs related duties as required.