Industrial Maintenance Technician

Works under limited supervision, performs a variety of welding, fabricating, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work. May provide work direction to other maintenance and custodial persons.

Specific Job Duties

•  Reads and understands blueprints and wiring diagrams used in diagnosing mechanical or electrical problems
• Has proficient skills to perform construction, fabrication, welding and remodeling projects, building walls, shelving, storage bins, or similar fixtures, hanging ceilings, pouring concrete, duct work and other related jobs.
• Evaluates site requirement s and recommends new or modified equipment.  Installs technical   equipment as required, making appropriate electrical, air and water connections and aligning equipment  for production use.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical and electrical failures of CNC and PLC controlled  production and facilities equipment. Repairs all equipment and may modify  such equipment to  improve efficiency
• Has proficient skill to perform preventive maintenance and repairs as required and directed.
• Installs or replaces lighting fixtures, repairing electrical wiring when required.
• Initiates parts requisitions, obtaining quotations from approved vendors for plant equipment.
• Conducts periodic inspections of production equipment as required.
• Maintains a record  of replacement parts and equipment to facilitate emergency repairs.
• Ensures the appearance of the buildings and grounds exceeds the expectations of the plant managers  and visitors.
• Follows standard safety procedures, and uses all approved safety devices and equipment, as required. Notifies appropriate plant manager of any safety issues.  Ensures arc flash PPE inspections are performed and documented and such PPE is worn when required by NFPA 70E.
• Checks the condition of company vehicles, repairs or delivers vehicles to a commercial garage for required work.
• Operates snow removal equipment as required, spreading sand in parking lot and on sidewalks as necessary.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with all department employees and superiors.
• Leads and initiates respectful communication to ensure all involved parties are aware of progress on issues and efforts.
• Maintains preventive maintenance schedules and develops related reports for all production equipment.
• Provides work direction to other maintenance and custodial personnel as required.
• Has proficient skill to perform reasonably similar duties as assigned or required.
• Leads projects requiring multiple resources and strong communication.

Position Requirements

• 2 year Degree in a technical field 
• 3 years electrical experience in industrial setting 
• 3 years welding/fabrication experience  
• 3 years industrial troubleshooting; machine breakdown including hydraulic and mechanical breakdowns  
• Ability to wear respirator   
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis 
• Plumbing experience  
• HVAC and CNC experience    

Benefits: 

• $0 Health Insurance Premium for Employee-Only Coverage (Plus low-cost premiums for other coverage levels!)
• 4% Retirement Match with Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Parental, Volunteer, and Sick) 
• Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Get Paid Weekly 
• Use of Company Owned Resort in Hayward, WI
• Tuition Reimbursement Program 

About Us: 

• As a leader in the signage manufacturing industry, Gemini, Inc. has been providing stability to our employees since 1963. We know what it means to be human, and we strive to make sure our employees feel valued. Due to our incredible family of employees, we have grown substantially and are looking to grow our team further with like-minded individuals that share in our company values: Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Respect, Diversity, Stability, Stewardship.
• We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. 
• Gemini will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For additional assistance email; hr.dept@geminisignproducts.com or call (507) 263-3957 and ask for the Human Resources Representative assigned to the location of interest.  
• Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.