Preventative Maintenance Technician

Job DescriptionSUMMARY OF POSITION: Performs repairs to equipment, building, and facilities. Is directed by Department Manager, Production Manager or Engineer on coordinating preventative maintenance in accordance to Pella's safety policies and procedures. Provides for the completion of corrective and preventative maintenance in accordance with Pella's operating procedures. Other duties assigned by manager or lead as needed. 2nd Shift Hours: 2:00pm-10:30pm, M-F ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (FUNCTIONS): • Perform preventative lubrication and inspection of all Pella Corporation's machines and equipment within a scheduled time period • Identify machine malfunctions to prevent machine breakdown and write job orders to prevent machine breakdown • Flexibility of work hours including mandatory overtime when business needs requires. • Able to safe;p'./ly work with and around moving equipment. • Ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner with team members. • Regular / dependable attendance consistent with attendance guidelines is required. • Operate equipment/tools that require close control, adjustment, and following production orders. • Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures. • Ability to meet physical requirements of the job. • Ability to learn and perform repetitive job tasks. • Perform Total Productive Maintenance duties. • Maintain good housekeeping. • Follow Standard Work or other documented processes. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Other duties may be assigned by management or leads. QualificationsPELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS: • Must be 18 years of age or older. • High school diploma or equivalency • Pass drug screen. • Pass pre-employment tests, as required. • Pass pre-work ability screen, as required. • Pass Forklift Vision Test WORKING ENVIRONMENT: • Tobacco free workplace. • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for each position. • Safety glasses required in designated areas. • Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas. • Seasonal high temperatures and humidity. • Fast paced work with productivity goals. • Work in a team environment. • May require frequent handling of glass and other product materials. • May have frequent handling of power tools • May have frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts. SKILLS: • Ability to work with minimal supervision • Ability to work with internal customers • Read and interpret blueprints and maintenance instructions • Excellent written communication skills • Computer skills • Knowledge of basic electricity and pneumatics/hydraulics • Organizational skills • Accuracy and attention to detail • Proficient mechanical and math aptitude • Time management skills • Decision making / problem solving in a manufacturing environment with minimal supervision. • Use of hand tools and machinery is required. • Requires communication skills and the cognitive ability to learn the safety, quality, and productivity standards. • Learn, comprehend and implement safety and quality procedures to assure the safe and proper operation of the equipment. • Use of measurement devices. • Read and interpret process documentation (SOP, Cut Sheets, Standard Work, etc.)

Created: 2026-03-04