What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Sackett-Waconia?
Looking for a GREAT place to work? Sackett-Waconia a diversified manufacturer of bulk material handling and blending systems. Our designs and engineering experience is unparalleled and have set the industry standard in reliability, performance and efficiency! We are the premier leader in the world fertilizer industry. Competitive Pay!Enjoy working for a company with a small town feel with national and global reach! EXCELLENT BENEFITS! The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, willing to travel the Midwest based in Waconia, MN.Overview : We are seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise to diagnose, adjust, repair, fertilizer equipment such as drag conveyors, elevator legs, blenders, valves, floor, and tower components, etc. at our customer sites. Willing to train!ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB : Adjust and maintain Sackett-Waconia equipment as necessary on customer site.Operate and inspect equipment to diagnose issues.Examine equipment for damage or excessive wear.Repair and troubleshoot air systems.Weld broken parts using electric or gas welders.Test equipment to ensure operating correctly.Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance on equipment.Log and keep equipment service records.Other duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY : Always follow OSHA safety rules.Safety Awareness, ability to identify and correct conditions that affect safety for yourself and others.Safely operate service vehicle, perform daily pre-inspections, responsible for basic vehicle maintenance and comply with all safe work practices, and policies of the company.Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.Communication, Oral ? Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Technical aptitude, ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.Detail Oriented, Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Reliability, dependable and trustworthy.Time Management, ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.Ability to use work order software programs, ERP software, Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Excel and Word.Perform equipment repair & maintenance work at customer?s location.Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skillsThe ability to climb stairs and ladders to reach work areas and be comfortable working at heights.Able to operate company vehicle. Must maintain a clean driving record and adhere to all DOT regulations pertaining to our company, including passing DOT physical, annual and random drug testing as required by law.Travel minimum 60%, varies seasonally.?PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.The employee must have ability to climb stairs and ladders.The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 75 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.The noise level is usually moderate.?QUALIFICATIONS : High School Diploma or equivalent.Hold Class C or higher driver license.Clean driving record. Ability to obtain a DOT Health Card.2 years in welding, portable machining, and mechanical repairs.This position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the field. If you are a dedicated technician with a passion for delivering exceptional service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity by clicking APPLY TO THIS POSITION below.
