Maintenance Technician IV Electrical - 1st Shift Bayport, MN

POSITION SUMMARY :

Are you a licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician ready to take your career to the next level? We're looking for a dynamic, hands-on leader to provide expert maintenance and technical engineering support in a fast-paced TPM environment. In this role, you'll lead impactful projects, mentor technicians across all levels, and tackle complex challenges in advanced electrical and mechanical systems-including PLCs, CNCs, drives, and more. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, continuous learning, and a respectful workplace culture. If you're passionate about solving problems, driving productivity, and making a real difference, we want to hear from you!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

State Board of Electricity Journeyman or Master license required and provide multi-skilled maintenance and technical engineering support focused on customer service, quality, cost and productivity in a TPM environment

Ability to lead projects and mentor / coach all level technicians

Maintain the responsibilities and performance requirements within all fields of the Maintenance team including all requirements for Technician levels I, II, & III

Provide and support site and corporate goals and strategic objectives with minimal direction

Demonstrate and promote a respectful workplace environment

Continuous job-related training and current electrical license is required for this position

Operates Power Industrial Trucks (PIT).

ELECTRICAL SKILLS REQUIRED :

Understand, troubleshoot and problem solve issues of high complexity in advanced electrical / mechanical systems (PLC, Drives, Servo, HMI, CNC, etc.)

Proficient at internal networks and MES equipment integration

Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment using an oscilloscope and other advanced metering technologies

Understand functions, components and operating principles of protective relays, over-current relays, re-closing relays, voltage relays, auxiliary relays, solid-state relays, differential relays, distance relays, pilot wire relays and breaker failure relays

Capable to program PLC, HMI's, Drives and Servo's for new applications

Program production CNC machining equipment

MECHANICAL SKILLS REQUIRED :

Utilize precision measuring equipment to perform root cause analysis on equipment. Understand function of tools and job specific applications per tool

Observe and understand equipment sequence of operation and configuration to isolate failure and perform root cause analysis

Organizing and carrying out preventative maintenance programs

Understand characteristics and operation of foreign industrial equipment, systems and their components, and the safety hazards associated with them

Engineer process flows of equipment and the needs for production

Understand components and operation of various types of valves and valve actuators used in hydraulic systems

Understand code / license requirement

QUALIFICATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum of a Class A Journeyman License required

Minimum 2-yr technical degree in a related field or equivalent past work experience

Must operate / be trained in the use of Power Industrial Trucks (PIT).

Advanced PC and electrical control competencies required

Advanced problem solving and analytical competencies, able to identify and predict failures and bring solutions to the problem

Directs and provides leadership / mentoring / coaching of other technicians and engineers

PHYSICAL REQIREMENTS :

Some heavy lifting required to replace motors, pumps, extruder screws, etc., at low frequency. Equipment is provided to move / manipulate heavy components

Occasionally squat, crawl, reach above shoulders, kneel and balance

Requires repetitive action such as simple staring, grasping, firm grasping, and fine manipulating. (includes right and left hands)

Outside work required

Working with various chemicals

High work from, ladders and platforms

Working in confined space conditions

Wearing the proper PPE

Handling hazardous waste wearing the appropriate PPE

Working near energized electric circuits

Working near / on hot equipment / materials

PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Ability to safely lift and carry up to 68 pounds

Ability to safely push and / or pull up to 92 pounds of force

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to our generous company provided benefits, our Maintenance Team is eligible to receive the below benefits :

Earn Electrical Hours On the Job

• Gain valuable electrical experience and hours toward licensure while working in a hands-on, real-world environment.

PTO Based on Prior Experience

Tools & Uniforms Provided

Cell Phone Stipend

Cutting-Edge, In-House Training

Annual NEC Code Training

Tuition Reimbursement for Journeyman / Masters License

Strong Partnership with Local Technical Schools

Shift Differentials for Off-Shifts

Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities

Variety in Daily Work

COMPENSATION :

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process.

Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $44.65 - $55.87 hourly.