Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Do you like working on machines, problem-solving, and staying busy?

Don't mind getting dirty and putting in a solid day's work?

Do you do your best work anytime after 10am?

If you answered yes to those questions, you really should check out RIE Coatings in Eden Valley, MN. We are currently looking for a Maintenance Technician to work afternoons/evenings monitoring, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of equipment and systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the preventative maintenance program, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting the Sr. Maintenance Technician with implementing projects.

At RIE, we are driven to provide a safe and respectful environment for our employees, and you MUST have that mindset also to work here. We will provide you with the tools, training, and guidance you need to be successful no matter what the task.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 hour shifts. The preferred shift is 12pm-8pm, but there is some flexibility with the schedule depending on your needs. Occasional overtime or weekend work may be needed.

Pay: $24 - $26 per hour depending on experience. There is also a 2nd shift differential of $3.00/hour for scheduled start times of 11:00 am or later. This position is also eligible for a quarterly production bonus of up to $750 per quarter.

Sign-On Bonus: $2000

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, 401k with company match, safety shoe reimbursement up to $250/yr, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Essential Responsibilities (this is not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities for the Maintenance Technician):

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all production equipment and building systems including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment.
• Schedule and complete preventative maintenance tasks.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Assist with planning and implementing special projects and plant improvements.
• Work with outside contractors to perform specialized repairs or installations.
• Assist with on-call maintenance service.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to follow specific written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
• Ability to multitask and troubleshoot.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to work in hot and/or cold weather conditions, both inside the facility and outside the facility.
• Must be able to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, crawl, walk, and stand for hours at a time.
• This job requires routinely lifting a minimum of 50 pounds, occasionally lifting 65 - 75 pounds, and rarely lifting 75 pounds or more.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in a production or manufacturing environment. Knowledge of welding, electrical, mechanical, and programming is helpful but not required.
• Valid driver's license as some business travel may be necessary.
• Basic knowledge of Office365

To learn more about RIE visit www.riecoatings.com. Better yet, stop in and visit us anytime for a tour and to learn more about who we are and what we do! We are located at 221 Logeais St, Eden Valley, MN.