Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Azcon Metals

630 Helberg Dr

Duluth, MN 55802

compensation: $23.75 / hour + benefits

employment type: full-time

experience level: mid level

job title: Maintenance

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair:
  Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance on heavy equipment, including hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and magnetic systems.
• Welding & Fabrication:
  Carry out welding, cutting, torching, and fabrication tasks to repair structural damage to machinery, buckets, and containers.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions, often working under pressure to minimize production downtime.
• Preventive Maintenance (PM):
  Adhere to scheduled maintenance, such as changing oil, lubricants, filters, and checking wear parts to prevent breakdowns.
• Safety Compliance:
  Ensure all work adheres to OSHA and company safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, proper use of PPE, and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts usage, and inspections.
• Parts Management:
  Monitor inventory, order necessary parts, and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely repairs.

• Experience:
  
  2+ years of experience as an industrial maintenance technician, heavy equipment mechanic, or diesel mechanic, preferably in a recycling, construction, or mining environment.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven expertise in hydraulics, electrical systems, and diesel engine repair.
• Welding Proficiency:
  Strong skills in MIG, TIG, or Stick welding, as well as torch cutting.
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to lift over 50–75 lbs, climb on equipment, work at heights, and work in confined spaces.
• Adaptability:
  Ability to work in varied, often harsh, weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
• Communication:
  Good communication skills to liaise with operators, managers, and external suppliers.

Required flexibility to work overtime and some Saturdays.

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair:
  Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on specialized machinery, including mobile equipment such as forklifts (Toyota, Komatsu), skid loaders (Caterpillar), and excavators or material handlers (Sennebogen, Liebherr).
• System Diagnostics:
  Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical system issues to determine the root cause of equipment failures.
• Facility Upkeep:
  Maintain building systems, including minor plumbing, electrical wiring, and HVAC. Address safety hazards like broken gates or structural damage.
• Record Keeping:
  Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and labor hours. Manage spare parts inventories and order supplies as needed.
• Safety Compliance:
  Enforce OSHA and company safety standards, including the proper management of hazardous materials like solvents, flammables, and Freon.

• Mechanical Aptitude:
  Extensive experience with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and heavy equipment operation.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to lift and move heavy objects (typically 50-65+ lbs), climb ladders, and work in various outdoor conditions (extreme heat/cold).
• Certifications:
  
  Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Environment:
  Work is performed in a high-noise environment with exposure to dust, fumes, grease, and moving machinery parts.

• Full-time.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Overtime opportunities may be available.