Maintenance Technician II

BTD Manufacturing

5d•Onsite

About The Position

BTD is a fast-growing metalworking company that provides custom metalwork services for top brands. With over 1100 employees across four facilities in the Midwest and Southeast, BTD invests in its people, equipment, and facilities. BTD is a wholly owned subsidiary of Otter Tail Corporation, a publicly traded company on NASDAQ. This role is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, repairing, and testing all equipment and machines in the plant, as well as the building’s operational systems. The position also involves training new employees on proper equipment operation, designing and fabricating new equipment and accessories, and serving as an occasional leader on maintenance projects.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
At least two years of related technical training.
Three years of on-the-job-related experience.
Must have a Second Class C or higher Boiler License.
At least three years of recent related manufacturing maintenance experience.
Strong working knowledge of troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Strong working knowledge of materials, methods, and practices used in electronic and manufacturing maintenance operations, including reading blueprints and schematics.
Strong working knowledge of related safety requirements, including proper use of safety equipment and precautions.
Ability to organize and perform complex manufacturing maintenance activities.
Ability to operate general office equipment, including maintenance-related applications on a microcomputer.
Ability to understand, follow, and issue routine oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to establish organized training procedures, including training, encouragement, direction, and involvement.
Ability to build and encourage sound work ethics and independence among new maintenance staff.

Responsibilities

Train employees on proper equipment operation procedures and respond to questions as required.
Maintain plant and building equipment through periodic inspections and cleaning.
Repair equipment as necessary, including responding to emergency work orders.
Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine repair problems.
Utilize continuous process improvements to enhance preventative maintenance procedures.
Assist in fabricating equipment, including associated welding, cutting, and drilling activities.
Maintain accurate records of equipment repairs.
Submit timely progress reports on specific maintenance projects and update involved individuals and/or departments.
Replace machine parts as part of repair projects.
Consult with Maintenance Supervisor and other personnel as required for maintenance and/or repair projects.
Participate in other organized activities, committees, etc. within BTD.