Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

Job Details

Job Location:

BAUER WELDING & METAL FABRICATORS - MOUNDS VIEW, MN 55112

Salary Range: $30.00 - $37.00 Hourly

Shift: 2nd shift Monday through Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am (additional shift differential of $1.50)

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.

• 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
  • 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.

• 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.

• 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.