What you will do:

As our Equipment Technician,you will help the Operations Team by assisting with enhancing our manufacturing capabilities, minimizing downtime, and ensuring optimal efficiency in our production operations where we make products that help control and monitor one of the world’s most valuable and limited resources– Water! This position works in our Detroit Lakes, MN location.

The job:

Every day, your primary role will be to maintain manufacturing processes and equipment to ensure optimum performance with minimum downtime and maximum product quality. You will collaborate with the Plant Manager and Manufacturing Engineers to develop and qualify new methods for ongoing production improvement and provide alternative solutions. You will be responsible for the upkeep and repair of production equipment. You will perform scheduled preventative maintenance and troubleshoot identified concerns. You will fabricate metal components using milling machines, lathes, and other shop equipment.

The skills you need:

To succeed in this role, you must have an aptitude for repairing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. You should have fabrication skills, including the use of milling machines, lathes, and woodworking equipment. You must have excellent communication and collaboration skills and be self-motivated. While a 2-year degree is preferred, we will consider a positive attitude, great work ethic and a high school diploma.

Answering your questions:

When you are considering a new job, it is normal to have a ton of questions. Here are a few questions we are asked all the time.

• What is the shift? First (day) shift.
• What is your Paid Time Off and holiday policy? Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year and 8 paid holidays.
• What benefits do you offer? We offer a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with many more benefit options available. 
• What is my commute? Plug this address into Google Maps: 22650 County Highway 6, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501.

We will answer more of your questions during the first interview. Expect to hear about the next steps if you meet the job requirements.

A little bit about us:

SJE has been a leader in the water and wastewater industry since 1975. Founded by an entrepreneur in Detroit Lakes, MN, we now have over 600 employees across 10 locations worldwide and have customers in every continent except Antarctica. We are known for our innovation, high-quality products, and exceptional customer service.

We offer competitive wages, health insurance, full benefits package, opportunities for career advancement, extensive corporate training program,401(k) plans and up to 23 paid days off during the first year. Learn more and apply on-line at www.sjeinc.com. EOE/Drug Testing