Maintenance Technician - 1st and 2nd shift
BAUER WELDING & METAL FABRICATORS INC · Mounds View, MN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at BAUER WELDING & METAL FABRICATORS INC (industrial) in Mounds View, MN.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- ISO 9001, PLC, Robotics, Automation, CNC, Welding
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How this role compares
Against 50 other live reliability postings in Minnesota.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 43%
- ✓ Welding 29%
- ✓ PLC 29%
- ✓ Automation 24%
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Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Primary Duties
Perform mechanical and electrical/electronic troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of fabrication equipment including:
- ◆CNC tube benders, mills, lasers, 6-axis robotic welders
- ◆Manual mills and tube benders
- ◆Punch presses, brake presses, drill presses
- ◆End formers, saws, and cutoff machines
Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce downtime
Communicate repair timelines, updates, and completions clearly with team leads and supervisors
Implement and maintain safety protocols: LOTO, chemical storage/disposal, fire extinguisher checks, and emergency lighting
Maintain and troubleshoot systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC-based controls
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and prioritize tasks based on production needs
Coordinate with production and engineering teams to ensure efficient equipment operation
Document all maintenance activity in logs and maintenance software
Adhere to safety policies, including lockout/tagout, chemical handling, and PPE compliance
Additional Duties
Order repair parts and coordinate external service or specialty tools
Maintain repair and inspection records, logs, and purchase orders
Perform building and facility maintenance, including HVAC, electric boiler/heat pump systems, cooling towers, rooftop fans, air exchangers, runoff systems
Oversee forklift and crane maintenance with outside vendors
Coordinate hazardous waste disposal in compliance with environmental regulations
Participate in other assigned duties aligned with core values: Taking Ownership, Striving for Greatness, Showing Our Customers We Care
5+ years of experience in manufacturing equipment maintenance
Completed electrical/electronics technical training (certificate or equivalent)
Experience troubleshooting and repairing PLCs and automation systems
Ability to read mechanical and electrical prints, schematics, and control diagrams
Knowledge of CNC equipment (lasers, brakes, benders, mills)
Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Experience with welding equipment maintenance
Basic fabrication skills, including the ability to modify or fabricate parts when needed
Effective communication skills for working with all levels of staff and vendors
Flexibility and prioritization skills in a multi-machine environment
Basic to intermediate computer skills
Preferred: MN Boiler License, Previous experience in a precision fabrication shop, Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards
Physical
Requirements
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
Work in standing, kneeling, and overhead positions
Exposure to noise, oils, solvents, and moving machinery
Indoor shop environment with seasonal temperature controls
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Job Details: Job Location: BAUER WELDING & METAL FABRICATORS - MOUNDS VIEW, MN, Salary Range: $27.00 - $34.50Hourly, Purpose and Description:
Bauer Welding & Metal Fabricators is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the daily operations of our 60,000 sq ft production facility in Mounds View. This position is responsible for efficiently repairing and maintaining a wide variety of CNC and manual fabrication equipment to optimize uptime, productivity, and safety.
1st shift - Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
2nd shift - Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am
