Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

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.

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