Location: Brainerd, MN
Company: Thies & Talle
Facilities/Maintenance jobs encompass a broad range of roles dedicated to the upkeep, repair, and optimization of buildings and equipment. These roles ensure operational efficiency, safety, and comfort within various environments such as commercial complexes, residential areas, and industrial sites. Key characteristics of such positions include a hands-on approach, problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of maintenance procedures and health and safety regulations. This field often involves coordination with multiple departments, managing emergency repairs, and conducting regular inspections to maintain high standards of functionality and appearance.
Facilities/Maintenance jobs focus on the upkeep and proper functioning of buildings and other physical infrastructures. Responsibilities often include routine maintenance, repairing equipment, ensuring safety codes are met, and responding to emergency situations. Typically, these roles require a hands-on approach, technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. These positions are crucial in ensuring that facilities remain safe, efficient, and well-maintained for daily operations.
industrial maintenance related systems. May troubleshoot component and systems issues. Essential Functions Provides basic preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems in mainly mechanical power transmission and will work to build stronger skills in electrical and PLC/controls and welding/fabrication.
Will diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly apparent at the single component level Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings and required trainings and addressing all safety concerns. Will require assistance/supervision in preventative/corrective maintenance
tasks May participate in smaller scope projects May be required to work a flexible schedule including all days and shifts as the business need dictates. Examples of what you can expect to learn in the Maintenance Tech I level (does not include all areas/responsibilities).
Mechanical Identify a failed bearing or gearbox on a single convey and successfully repair Ability to lace and track a conveyor belt Familiar with mechanical drawings and manufacturers manuals Electrical Use a digital multimeter on AC/DC voltage and continuity setting to identify a failed or stuck relay or contactor Identify and replace a failed photo eye Familiar with electrical drawings/schematics and manufacturers
manuals PLC/Controls Identify PLC components Welding or Fabrication MIG or stick weld NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude through background or hobbies in agriculture, automotive or other technical areas In lieu of demonstrated mechanical aptitude, two (2) years of Fed Ex Operations Sortation equipment knowledge will be considered or currently enrolled in a certificate or degree program for Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics or related discipline Related military technical experience and electrical or mechanical trade experience will be considered Minimum Experience Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude through background or hobbies in agriculture, automotive or other technical areas In lieu of demonstrated mechanical aptitude, two (2) years of Fed Ex Operations Sortation equipment knowledge will be considered or currently enrolled in a certificate or degree program for Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics or related discipline Related military technical experience and electrical or mechanical trade experience will be considered Required Skills, Abilities and / or Licensure Possess basic mechanical aptitude Basic electrical and mechanical skills preferred Ability to solve basic mechanical or electrical problems, which may include understanding of basic engineering formulas Ability to diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly apparent at the single component level Effective verbal and written communication within own department to peers, managers, and outside vendors to convey basic technical data and needs Ability to follow detailed instructions Software skills, including Microsoft Office suite and other web-based applications Possess time management and organizational skills Other Job Description Information Anticipated Schedule Monday - Friday11:00pm - 7:30am Address: 8450 REVERE LANE NORTHCity: Maple Grove State: Minnesota Zip Code: 55369Domicile Location: FXG-US/USA/P550/Osseo Auto req ID: 409980BRPosition Type: Full time Employee Type: Non-Exempt EEO Statement Fed Ex Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce Search Engine Description: Maintenance
Facilities or maintenance jobs encompass a wide range of roles responsible for ensuring that buildings and systems are in proper working order, clean, safe, and well-maintained. These positions can include technicians, custodians, groundskeepers, and maintenance managers. A key characteristic of such jobs is their focus on preventative care, requiring workers to anticipate problems and address them before they escalate. Additionally, these roles demand a combination of technical knowledge and practical skills, as they may involve electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or general repair tasks. The duties are often physical and can require availability outside of typical working hours for emergency maintenance needs.
as needed. Must have own hand tools. This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment Repair all production equipment as needed Perform breakdown analysis Perform general housekeeping Upgrade production lines with new equipment/technology Work with outside contractors working on assigned line Change line for package changeovers Comply with GMP, safety, and audit standards Work independently under limited
supervision (self-management)Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years or older Pass technical backssment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas Experience with mechanical systems (e.
g. gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings). Experience with product manuals (e. g. reading and applying knowledge to make repairs). Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns). Experience with reading mechanical drawings (e. g. hydraulics, pneumatics). HELPFUL EXPERIENCE: Experience with basic electrical systems (e. g. starters, fuses, contacts, relays). Experience with compressors/ammonia
systems (e. g. refrigeration systems). Experience with conveyers and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting) Experience with electronics (e. g. level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc. ). Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts). Experience with hydraulic systems (high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting). Experience with kinematics (e. g. line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc. ). Review rating instructions. Experience with packaging/high speed production (e. g. bottling, consumer products, etc.
). Experience with PLC (e. g. industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc. ). Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting). Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e. g. valves, cylinders, etc. ). Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data). Experience with pumps (e. g. troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs). Experience with schematics (e. g. electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays). Experience with SERVO (e. g. intelligent/robotic motors, in-coders, etc.
) Experience with troubleshooting (e. g. diagnostics, problem solving, etc. ). Experience working in team based environments (working together with others). Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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