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Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance Technician

St Germain's Cabinet, Inc.
Duluth, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026

We are hiring a part-time or full-time Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance Technician to maintain and service our production equipment and company vehicles; with a focus on strictly keeping our shop equipment and fleet running efficiently to minimize downtime. This is a hands-on position for someone mechanically inclined, dependable, and proactive.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring maximum uptime for production equipment while also maintaining the safety and functionality of the company’s vehicle fleet. This role involves proactive preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, and performing repairs on both production lines (CNC machines, edgebanders, saws, etc.) and delivery vehicles.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance (60-70%)

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on cabinet production machinery (e.g., CNC machines, edgebanders, saws, boring machines, dust collection systems, compressors, and other woodworking equipment)
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems issues
  • Respond immediately to production downtime events to minimize workflow interruptions
  • Install, calibrate, and test new manufacturing equipment
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records/logs, and keep schedules up to date
  • Coordinate outside service vendors when needed

2. Fleet Maintenance (30-40%)

  • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on company vehicles, including box trucks, delivery vans, and forklifts

· Track oil changes, inspections, and service intervals

· Identify and address issues before they become major repairs

  • Ensure all fleet vehicles are compliant with DOT safety regulations and maintain documentation

3. Facility & General Maintenance (As Needed)

  • Perform basic facility repairs including lighting, plumbing, and HVAC systems
  • Maintain and clean shop tools, equipment, and work areas
  • Assist with facility upgrades or structural repairs

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems (3-phase), hydraulics, pneumatics, and motor controls
  • Fleet Proficiency: Experience with gas/diesel engine maintenance, suspension, and brake systems
  • Problem-Solving: Excellent diagnostic skills to identify root causes of equipment and vehicle failures
  • Technical Documentation: Ability to read and interpret machine manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics
  • Tool Proficiency: Skillful operation of power tools, hand tools, welders, and diagnostic equipment
  • Safety Focus: Strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and OSHA safety protocols
  • Communication: Ability to communicate with production operators and fleet drivers to diagnose issues

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Vocational or technical training in industrial maintenance or automotive technology, preferred
  • Minimum 2–3 years of experience in industrial/manufacturing maintenance, preferred
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience in fleet maintenance (trucks/forklifts)
  • Valid Driver’s License required; CDL Class B or higher is a strong plus

Physical Demands & Working Environment

  • Ability to lift 50-75 pounds regularly
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and crawl for extended periods
  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and fluctuating temperatures
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends or on call, when necessary for machine downtime

AAP/EEO Statement

St. Germain’s Cabinet, Inc. – Supreme Counters, provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Other:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have Vocational or technical training in industrial maintenance or automotive technology?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • industrial/manufacturing maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
  • fleet maintenance : 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • CDL A or B Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $40

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