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Job Information

Vermeer Corporation Maintenance Technician I - Equipment 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

Work Shift

3 - Third Shift

Are you the type of technically minded person who enjoys working with your hands and fixing or repairing equipment? In this role you will not only perform preventative maintenance within manufacturing, but you will support the repair and maintenance needs of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical systems supporting production. We’re looking for a customer-focused, team player who is excited to learn how to perform work that directly impacts the success of the production team.

What You’ll Do

  1. 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.

  2. Create a positive customer experience when working with operators, leaders, and peers.

  3. Accurately enter data into maintenance business system (Thrive).

  4. 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.

    What We’re Looking For

  • High School Diploma/GED and a minimum two years of basic trades (maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical systems)/manufacturing experience; or Associate’s degree in basic trades preferred; or equivalent combination of education/experience required; experience working within Vermeer manufacturing, preferred.

  • Ability to operate or learn to operate hand and power tools, volt meters, read blueprints and electrical schematics, write intra-departmental communication, and apply concepts of basic math.

  • Utilize trouble shooting and problem-solving techniques.

  • Effectively communicate with managers, suppliers, and customers.

  • Perform basic Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn to operate the computerized maintenance system.

    Travel

    • No travel is expected of this position.

    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 .

Interested? We’d love to get to know you.

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