Maintenance Technician - 1st and 2nd shift

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 - 3:30pm2nd shift
- Monday
- Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am

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 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 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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