Copy of Maintenance Technician

Arrow Finishing, Inc•Blaine, MN

13d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Our Maintenance Technician role is an advanced technical position responsible for advanced equipment and facility maintenance with a high degree of technical expertise, independence, and accountability. This position serves as a subject-matter expert in complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems; chemical process lines; PLC-controlled equipment; and boiler operations, with emphasis on metal finishing and coating applications. This position independently diagnoses and resolves complex failures, leads advanced corrective and preventive maintenance activities, and plays a key role in improving equipment reliability and overall operational performance. This role also provides technical leadership and hands-on mentoring to Maintenance Technician I and II employees, supports root cause analysis efforts, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the maintenance organization.

Requirements

Demonstrates Arrow Finishing Core Values: People, Excellence, Integrity, Communication, and Innovation
High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical certifications preferred
Must be a U.S. Citizen or a current green card
5–8+ years of maintenance experience or equivalent advanced training
Must have on-call availability
Plumbing and pumping systems experience
Strong mechanical fundamentals including motors, bearings, and power transmission
Boiler experience preferred (licensed or able to obtain)
Commitment to continuing education and technical skill development
Electrical system proficiency including 480V 3-phase, single phase, and low-voltage controls
Strong ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Experience with industrial DC power supply systems
Ability to communicate clearly across teams, navigate conflict, and build productive working relationships
Working knowledge of PLCs, automation, instrumentation, boilers, and controls
Thorough understanding of pumps, piping, valves, materials, and chemical compatibility
Proficient computer skills for Microsoft Office Suite, CMMS, documentation, and communication
Strong organizational and workload-balancing skills
Ability to interpret complex technical documents, schematics, and engineering drawings
Strong communication skills and ability to guide, train, and support peers
Dependable, punctual, and flexible with work hours as needed
Demonstrated initiative, teamwork, technical leadership, and continuous improvement mindset
Competent technical writing skills for authoring preventative maintenance plans and SOPs
A strong understanding of chemical handling and safety is preferred
Committed to self-improvement and growth through formal and informal training opportunities

Nice To Haves

Boiler experience preferred (licensed or able to obtain)
A strong understanding of chemical handling and safety is preferred

Responsibilities

Improve equipment uptime, reliability, and operational performance through advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and effective corrective actions.
Serve as the technical leader for maintenance by mentoring technicians, supporting skill development, and influencing repair and reliability decisions.
Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance operations aligned with organizational goals for safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
Lead by example in safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement activities such as 5S and Kaizen
Follow lockout/tagout and energy control procedures and ensure compliance during maintenance activities
Perform advanced equipment, facility, and safety inspections with accurate documentation
Independently perform complex PM tasks, including advanced adjustments and component replacements
Complete cleaning, lubrication, inspection, and adjustment tasks to resolve issues across systems
Enter detailed work orders, diagnostics, and repair activities into the maintenance management system
Perform advanced mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs with minimal supervision
Diagnose complex issues and lead root cause analysis to prevent recurrence
Plan and execute corrective actions to restore equipment performance and reliability
Use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic meters, and advanced test equipment safely and effectively
Respond to emergency and unscheduled maintenance events
Read and interpret complex manuals, diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings
Provide clear technical updates and repair summaries tailored to production or leadership
Accurately document parts usage, failure modes, shortages, or discrepancies in the CMMS
Train, mentor, and provide hands-on technical guidance to Maintenance Technician I and II employees
Develop expertise on specialized equipment and proactively share technical knowledge
Collaborate professionally with team members, vendors, and other departments
Perform other related duties as assigned based on business needs
Set the standard for cleanliness and organization of maintenance tools, carts, and parts areas
Ability to perform confined space maintenance activities on an infrequent basis
Overtime and on-call work as required
Other tasks as needed