Maintenance Technician 1 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Detroit Lakes, MN
•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a dependable, motivated, team-oriented Maintenance Technician to maintain a variety of plant machines, equipment, and forklifts. The role calls for a strong work ethic, positive attitude, mechanical aptitude, initiative, ownership of work, and respectful communication. Team members support one another, take responsibility for their work, and are given time to train, learn, and develop their skills while meeting productivity expectations. The position is based at the Detroit Lakes, Minnesota site and is scheduled for the first shift, generally 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hours may vary depending on operations, and flexibility to work later in the afternoon is required. Some travel may be required. The base pay rate is $26.00–$31.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Reliable transportation, attendance, and punctuality.
  • Ability to work from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with flexibility to work later in the afternoon.
  • Ability to work on your feet for 80% of the day.
  • Ability to regularly lift 40–50 pounds.
  • Ability to read a tape measure.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to team accomplishments.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Knowledge of mechanically powered drive systems.
  • Ability to read schematics and learn using computers, manuals, and over-the-phone technical support.
  • Project planning ability.

Nice To Haves

  • Secondary education.
  • Some knowledge of electrical and PLC systems.
  • Familiarity with managing inventory and assets without a formal computer system.
  • Some welding knowledge and ability.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule and/or perform routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Maintain an asset list and maintenance records.
  • Schedule and/or perform routine maintenance on a variety of forklifts.
  • Maintain an inventory of repair parts, tools, industrial lubricants, and supplies.
  • Keep maintenance managers at other locations informed of critical breakdowns by email and report work-order completions.
  • Follow safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns with operators.
  • Communicate plans with operators, management, and others.
  • Plan large maintenance projects and schedule required outside support.
  • Maintain good working relationships with vendors and technical support programs.
  • Assist with or take initiative on construction projects in the plant.
  • Operate machinery when needed and be willing to learn.
  • Use intermediate welding knowledge and ability.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one for full-time team members.
  • Paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Flexible spending account.
  • Life insurance.
  • Long-term disability.
  • Short-term disability.
  • 401(k).
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Discount programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Training and professional development.
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