1st shift - Maintenance Technician

# 1st shift - Maintenance Technician

BAUER WELDING & METAL FABRICATORS - MOUNDS VIEW, MN 55112## Description 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.#

Key Responsibilities:

## 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 compliance1st Shift 4 - 10's## Qualifications## 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# Qualifications &

Skills Required:

* 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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