Job Information
Vermeer Corporation Equipment Maintenance Technician (2nd or 3rd shift) in Pella, Iowa
Who We Are
Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician I – Equipment Maintenance performs basic equipment support operations under the guidance of more senior team members. This position works on basic repair and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical systems on production equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Demonstrate the Vermeer characteristics of caring culture, demonstrating agility, customer focused, and stewardship and model the associated behaviors.
Perform and accurately record scheduled preventative maintenance procedures on a variety of equipment including, but not limited to, hoists, paint systems, machining centers and weld systems.
Create a positive customer experience when working with operators, leaders, and peers.
Accurately enter data into maintenance business system (Thrive).
Perform basic maintenance functions of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic or electrical repair in partnership with or under the guidance of managers or senior/experienced maintenance technicians.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
0-2 years experience in basic trades (maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical systems electrical).
Previous electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and/or pneumatic experience preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Ability to operate hand and power tools.
-Basic math skills.
Read blueprints and electrical schematics.
Write routine reports and intra-department communications.
Calculate figures and apply concepts of fractions, percentages and ratios.
Apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and statistical quality control.
Effectively present information verbally and written and respond to questions from groups of managers, suppliers, customer, and dealers.
Perform basic Microsoft Office skills, CAD and other software.
Perform problem solving techniques and root cause analysis.
Learn to operate the CMM.
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to assess, evaluate, and carry out appropriate action for a given situation.
Essential Functions
Standing: Continuously
Sitting: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Hand Coordination: At least average/bilateral
Twisting: Occasionally (up to 3 minutes in position)
Bending: Occasionally (up to 3 minutes in position)
Elevated Work: Occasionally (up to 3 minutes in position)
Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally (up to 3 minutes in position)
Climbing: Occasionally
Pulling: Rarely (up to 100 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
Pushing: Rarely (up to 100 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
RH Grip: Rarely (up to 100 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
LH Grip: Rarely (up to 100 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
RH Pinch: Rarely (up to 20 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs) Frequently (up to 5 lbs) Continuously (up to 2 lbs)
LH Pinch: Rarely (up to 20 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs) Frequently (up to 5 lbs) Continuously (up to 2 lbs)
Floor to Waist Lift: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs)
Horizontal Lift: Rarely (up to 100 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
Waist to Crown Lift: Rarely (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs)
Work Location
ONSITE: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at (641) 621-8767 or at hr@vermeer.com .
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