Maintenance Technician
POET
Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient repair, preventative maintenance, and cleaning of all equipment associated with plant processes. Team members in this position will also perform maintenance tasks on all plant equipment. Maintenance Technicians are accountable for communicating any issues to the management team. Maintenance Technicians should be knowledgeable of process flow, computerized equipment and have an awareness of hazards associated with the process as well as display an understanding and ability to execute standard operating procedures (SOPs). As a team member grows in their skill and experience levels they are expected to become proficient in all maintenance functions at the Bioprocessing facility and be capable of training other team members in all areas. Continuous plant operation may require the Maintenance Technician to work 12-hour shifts and/or meet call-in requirements as needed. Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6 AM - 4:30 PM + on-call rotation every eight weeks. This is an on-site role located in Shell Rock, IA.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Coordinate work functions with fellow team members and other departments within POET.
- Maintain boiler and cooling tower systems including water testing and adjusting.
- Maintain all plant equipment including, but not limited to: centrifuges (decanters and corn oil), pumps, motors, gearboxes, minor electrical systems, PLC’s, heat exchangers, compressors, grain handling equipment, and fans or blowers.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) functions on the equipment.
- Operate, maintain, and clean the water filtration equipment.
- Understand and as needed operate the DCS (Distributed Control System) for the plant.
- Use Maximo to coordinate and order materials to complete projects and thoroughly document all maintenance tasks and spare part inventory.
- Work with the management team to solve problems and fix unsafe conditions.
- Use your knowledge of plant processes to understand how the equipment is utilized.
- Operate equipment including, but not limited to: telehandler, skid steers, tractors, ATVs, pay loaders, aerial lifts and fork lifts.
- Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication on plant and structural equipment.
- Be responsible for concrete work including building forms, pouring, and finishing.
- Maintain a clean facility and follow the sanitation schedule completing all tasks as assigned.
- Keep your plant safe by fostering a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance.
- Train new team members in the Maintenance Department.
- Clearly and concisely communicate with other departments.
- Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
- Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
- Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Documented successful performance as a Maintenance Technician I or equivalent work experience required.
- Experience with fabrication, welding, cutting; repair of equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, airlocks, fans/blowers, agitator assemblies, and valves; boiler operations and water chemistry; material handling systems such as conveyors; preventative maintenance practices, fabrication and repair of metal/plastic piping systems; and instrument and electrical work preferred.
- Experience with concrete work, hydraulics, pneumatic and fluid processes, and ability to read schematic drawings is helpful.
- Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.
A Successful Candidate Will Have
- High level of personal integrity
- Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
- Ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a bioprocessing facility.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to embrace and promote change
- Innovative mindset
- Ability to think objectively
- Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
- Organization and time management skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Documented successful performance as a Maintenance Technician I or equivalent work experience required.
- Experience with fabrication, welding, cutting; repair of equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, airlocks, fans/blowers, agitator assemblies, and valves; boiler operations and water chemistry; material handling systems such as conveyors; preventative maintenance practices, fabrication and repair of metal/plastic piping systems; and instrument and electrical work preferred.
- Experience with concrete work, hydraulics, pneumatic and fluid processes, and ability to read schematic drawings is helpful.
- Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programs.
Benefits
- Profit Sharing
- Value Share
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
- Safety Gear Reimbursement
- Cold Weather Gear Reimbursement
- Discounted Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Fitness Center
Company overview
POET is the world's largest producer of biofuel and a global leader in sustainable bioproducts, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The company operates 35 bioprocessing facilities across the Midwest, three corporate offices, four terminal locations, and employs nearly 2,600 team members. POET specializes in creating plant-based alternatives to fossil fuels, leveraging biotechnology to convert renewable agricultural resources into bioethanol, distillers grains, corn fermented protein, distillers corn oil, bioCO2, dry ice, purified alcohol, and asphalt rejuvenator. With more than 140 U.S. patents, POET has established itself as an innovator in the biotechnology sector, focusing on reducing dependence on foreign oil, revitalizing global agriculture, and creating sustainable energy solutions. The company's integrated business model combines research and development with expertise in design, construction, technology, operations, public affairs, and marketing, positioning it as a comprehensive leader in the renewable energy and bioproducts industry.