Facilities Maintenance Technician
Listed on 2026-01-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Chemical Manufacturing, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Production, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Company/Location: Avtec Finishing / New Hope MN
Shift: 7am-3pm M-F (Subject to change)
Wage: $26.00/hour + DOQ
Signing Bonus: $1500 (current employees are not eligible for signing bonus)
(Employment/staffing agencies - please do not reach out about this ad. We only hire direct.)Pivotal position to our success. We are in an immediate need of a skilled chemical maintenance technician that can keep our production chemistry within guidelines. Additionally, be familiar with chemical waste treatments (preferred).
Things to consider prior to applying:
- The Company follows strict security protocols that include securing (lock up) personal mobile devices and access is only allowed during authorized breaks and in authorized areas.
- Attendance is critical to our success and it is tightly managed.
Manufacturing is necessary for the overall economic health of our country. Become part of an industry that finishes critical parts for the medical field (respirators, etc.), aeronautics (airplane parts), military, to everyday items like nuts and bolts, etc. We play an integral part in many of the products we all use every day.
Every employee plays an important role in our success. Many advancement opportunities from department leads, platers, maintenance, chemical lab, wastewater treatment, supervisor, quoting, to upper management. It all depends on your effort and interests.
We are looking to expand our team and continue our mission of excellent service and on-time delivery. Reviews are conducted twice a year, including a rate increase if expectations are met. Great benefits package and fringe benefits. Hiring ASAP, apply TODAY.
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Position Duties: Overall responsibility for making chemical additions for make-up, maintenance, and repair of all process chemistry systems as directed by the Chemical Lab Manager. Ensures that chemical maintenance equipment is in proper working order. This is a warehouse environment - exposure to heat, humidity, dust, noise, etc.
What are we looking for? The following duties and requirements can help determine if you are a good fit for us, and if we are a good fit for you. Attendance is CRITICAL to our success and need people that are committed to being at work, as scheduled.
DUTIES:
- Upholds company policies and procedures
- Batch treatments and tank change outs as required by lab
- Maintains and performs weekly and month end chemical inventories
- Maintains chemical filtration systems for production lines
- Maintains chemical maintenance equipment in proper working order
- Observes all company safety and PPE requirements
- Maintains good housekeeping in the chemical maintenance areas, as required by interna lprocedures
- Receives and stores incoming chemicals in accordance with internal procedures
- Assist Hazardous Waste department when necessary. Cross train to fill in for vacations or leaves of absence in Hazardous Waste department
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or GED;
Technical training or certification in chemical maintenance or similar industry is a plus. - 2
-5 years experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred - Hazwhopper training
- DOT hazardous materials training
- Forklift certified preferred
- Ability to maintain a regular and reliable attendance record
- Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Must be a US citizen or have authorization to work in the US
- Must be able to read a ruler/tape measure and analog clock
- Working knowledge of plating tank chemistry (CEF certification helpful)
- Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions
- Math skills required
- Ability to troubleshoot issues related to chemicals
- Basic understanding for chemical waste treatment
- Ability to interact with coworkers and supervisors in a cooperative manner
- Ability to manage multiple jobs at the same time
- Ability to work independently without supervision
WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH & ADVANCEMENT! AS A TEAM MEMBER, YOU'LL ENJOY:
- Employee paid benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal/, Pet, 401k - Company paid benefits:
Medical portion, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k contribution - Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off and Sick & Safe Time
- Quarterly bonus (profit sharing)
- Attendance Rewards (bonus)
- Performance reviews twice a year (Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards).
- Work Anniversary Paid Day Off
- Employee Referral Program
- Career Advancement
- Company Paid Safety Boots
- Company Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
- Company Paid Uniforms, and More!
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APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Upload a current resume & answer the questions provided (completing this task provides a little insight into you and helps us determine the best candidates to interview). Looking for thoughtful answers.
- No need to reach out and verify if the…
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