2nd Shift Maintenance Technician - 3 - Pella, IA

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Maintenance Tech-3 team member will need to diagnose and repair all electrical and mechanical problems in the assigned area. The team member must have the flexibility to work in other areas of the Plant based on business necessity.

PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass drug screen
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Pass pre-work vision screen
• Pass pre-employment tests

ENVIRONMENT:

• Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas
• Season high and low temperatures and humidity
• Confined Space
• Hazardous material handling
• Majority of work done in potentially hazardous environments - extreme caution required
• Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner

About Pella Corporation

As the #1 most-preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country, Pella Corporation leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, today the Pella Family of Brands encompasses a robust product offering sold and installed through various channels. We are a growing, privately owned company with 20 manufacturing locations and over 10,000 team members in the U.S. and Canada. Pella is consistently recognized as a great place to work by Newsweek, Forbes and Glassdoor, having most recently been named to America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024, as well as Forbes'' 2024 Best Employers for Women and Best-In-State Employer in Iowa. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024 and Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.

At Pella, our team cares deeply, learns continuously and achieves results that go beyond. We encourage creative thinking that seeks out and includes diverse perspectives. And we empower you to do the work you're most proud of - that's why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development.

With talent just like you, we are imagining, building and fighting for a brighter future for generations to come. Ready to find a career that sparks your passion?

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Manufacturing related experience is preferred

• Previous Maintenance experience preferred

• Good mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities. Seeking, but not limited too, students in Industrial Maintenance, Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Aviation Mechanics, HVAC Tech

SKILLS AND TALENTS: (* skills are required prior to entry into the position)

• Able to work with minimal supervision*

• Excellent computer knowledge*

• Accuracy and attention to detail*

• Proficient mechanical and math aptitude*

• Flexibility to travel*

• Excellent written and oral communication

• Read and interpret blueprints

• Decision making/problem solving skills

• Time management

• Ability to work with internal and external customers

REQUIRED CLASSES

Classes

Base

Progression

Classes

Base

Progression

Classes

Base

Progression

Basic Motor Control

X

X

Standard & Technical Blueprint Reading

X

X

Hydraulics / Pneumatics

X

X

Mentoring and Training Techniques

X

X

Mechanical Troubleshooting

X

Powered Industrial Vehicle - AFI

X

X

Electrical License

X

X

Measurement Technology

X

Drives 101

X

Industrial Math

X

X

Advanced Motor Control

X

PLC 101

X

Machine Safeguarding - Online

X

X

Welding

X

X

DMAIC Problem Solving Unit 1 (On Line)

X

Sensors 101

X

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level and up to 70 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Push or pull with up to 100 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Generate up to 90 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks
• Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products
• Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift
• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day

Final Selection by Panel Interview

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures

• Regular/dependable attendance required

• Flexibility of work hours including overtime

• Able to work with and around moving equipment/machines

• Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and mechanical problems plant wide

• Troubleshoot and repair sawdust collection, compressed air, steam boiler, and electrical distribution systems

• Utilize the CMMS program

• Perform scheduled job order work, preventative maintenance, and emergency repair

• Must maintain a PIV license

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to rotate to other positions as needed

• Support and participate in Kaizen events and other activities

• Other duties may be assigned

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures

• Regular/dependable attendance required

• Flexibility of work hours including overtime

• Able to work with and around moving equipment/machines

• Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and mechanical problems plant wide

• Troubleshoot and repair sawdust collection, compressed air, steam boiler, and electrical distribution systems

• Utilize the CMMS program

• Perform scheduled job order work, preventative maintenance, and emergency repair

• Must maintain a PIV license

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to rotate to other positions as needed

• Support and participate in Kaizen events and other activities

• Other duties may be assigned