Job Description

About MEI MEI, a Minnesota based commercial elevator manufacturing and service company is looking for a Maintenance Technicianto join our team. MEI is a thriving company with a fun team-oriented atmosphere. MEI cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides opportunities to give back to the community. This position offers competitive compensation and benefit package. Are you passionate about making a change? Do you enjoy bringing new ideas to the table? If this sounds like you, apply at MEI today. Benefits Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance401(k) & matching up to 3%ESOP with company discretionary contributionsHealth Savings Account/ Flexible Spending AccountShort-Term and Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployer Paid Life Insurance3 Weeks Paid Time Off and 9 HolidaysTuition ReimbursementEarn 8 hours PTO for 8 hours of volunteering Please note: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background check and drug screening. Job Title: Maintenance Tech Location: Mankato, MN Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: M-F About the Role Maintenance Technician is a hybrid position responsible for maintaining, repairing, and enhancing production equipment, building systems, and facility infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The Maintenance Technician collaborates closely with production, engineering, and safety teams to reduce downtime and drive continuous improvement in all maintenance processes. This role also provides significant support to the Fabrication area and assists other departments as needed based on workload demands. Responsibilities Support all operations as needed for production demand. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery, equipment, and building systems. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on production equipment. Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs or improvements. Assist with the installation, setup, and calibration of new equipment and systems. Assist with fabrication needs of various 5S projects. Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and operating procedures. Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment logs in the maintenance management system. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to support process and equipment improvements. Follow established lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and machine guarding procedures. Support facility maintenance tasks, including lighting, HVAC, plumbing, and structural repairs as needed. Assist in inventory control of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to reliability, safety, and efficiency. Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns or production support requests to minimize downtime. Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and compliant with all company safety standards. Execute additional tasks as needed Experience High school diploma or GED Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field. Experience in manufacturing, automation, or production equipment maintenance. Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and facility systems maintenance. Familiarity with Lean practices. Forklift and aerial lift certification. Experience with elevator or lift equipment maintenance Skills High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training preferred. 3+ years of experience in industrial, mechanical, or electrical maintenance. Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in electrical circuits, mechanical systems, and automation equipment. Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals. Familiarity with PLC-controlled systems, sensors, motors, and drives (experience in troubleshooting preferred). Working knowledge of preventive maintenance (PM) programs and CMMS systems. Basic understanding of welding, fabrication, and machining techniques. Ability to fabricate based on loosely defined concepts in support of research and development. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in fast-paced environments. Ability to work independently or in a team with minimal supervision. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Detail oriented and organized Able to communicate effectively with great people skills & a sense of humor Team player with a positive attitude Self-motivated and work independently with minimum supervision Unshakeable integrity Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools or reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and walk up to 8 hours. The employee must frequently lift up to 50 pounds; the employee is required to request assistance when lifting anything exceeding 50 pounds. The employee is frequently pushing and pulling and occasionally up to 70 pounds. MEIs 50+ years in the elevator industry gives us an unparalleled ability to handle both custom and standard elevator projects with ease. EOE/AA

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