Maintenance Technician - Equipment (2nd Shift)

Vermeer Corporation • Pella, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Vermeer is seeking a technically minded, customer-focused team player to perform preventative maintenance and support the repair and maintenance of equipment and production systems. The role works with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or electrical systems that support manufacturing and directly affect production-team success. The position is onsite and assigned to the second shift. No travel is expected.

The technician performs scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment such as hoists, paint systems, machining centers, and weld systems, and accurately records work in the Thrive maintenance data system. Basic troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs are performed independently or with the partnership or guidance of managers or senior/experienced maintenance technicians. Work must follow safety protocols, including requirements for an Authorized Lockout/Tagout Team Member and, when applicable, an Electrically Qualified Team Member.

Requirements

• High school diploma/HiSET and at least two years of basic trades or manufacturing experience involving maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or electrical systems; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate hand and power tools and voltmeters.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics, write intra-departmental communications, and apply basic math concepts.
• Ability to use troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with mentors, peers, and internal customers.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to use Thrive, obtain Lockout/Tagout authorization, and become certified as an Electrically Qualified team member.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in basic trades.
• Experience working in Vermeer manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform and accurately record scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment, including hoists, paint systems, machining centers, and weld systems.
• Create a positive customer experience when working with mentors, peers, and internal customers.
• Accurately use the Thrive maintenance data system.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform basic repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical equipment, independently or with guidance from managers or experienced maintenance technicians.
• Follow safety protocols as an Authorized Lockout/Tagout Team Member and, when applicable, as an Electrically Qualified Team Member.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED