Journeyman Plant Technician

The journeyman plant technician is under the immediate supervision of the maintenance supervisor, or other designated Supervisor. The journeyman plant technician is under the guidance of the electrician, instrument technician, or plant technician.  Journeyman plant technicians are responsible for performing maintenance testing and troubleshooting on all electrical and electronic equipment. In this position, you will perform repair and maintenance on, but not limited to, low, medium, to high voltage switchgear, motor control centers, protective relay equipment, control systems, actuated valves and other field devices.  Performs typical duties under guidance, but may also work with other maintenance classifications as a composite crew in the performance of typical duties. 

Typical Duties

­(1)       To understand and obey all Minnkota safety and environmental procedures while performing your work activities.

(2)       To understand and interpret schematics, logic diagrams and all electrical diagrams.

(3)       Is accountable for maintaining work areas, tools, and equipment in a neat, orderly, and safe condition.

 (4)      Requires the ability to frequently work in areas of extreme heat or cold, noise and dirt/dust; and occasionally around fumes, chemicals and vibrations.

 (5)      Required to work at heights, climb into and around machinery and work in small                               spaces.

 (6)      To proficiently use shop tools and equipment to troubleshoot, repair and service electrical systems and equipment.

 (7)      Employee must be familiar and knowledgeable with all Minnkota’s computer software programs; MS Microsoft Office, Oracle or any other work related software.

 (8)      Must be able to work overtime, weekends and callouts as required.

 (9)      Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with all plant peers.

(10)     Create, update and complete accurate documentation of work orders, service reports, upgrades, technical logs, maintenance manuals and electrical drawings.

(11)     Have good oral, written and troubleshooting skills.

(12)     Attend and complete required training.

(13)     Must be able to meet all requirements on Minnkota’s physical capability form.

(14)     Must obey and understand all policies and procedures in the Minnkota Corporate Policies and Procedures Handbook. 

(15)     All other duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Education, Skills and Experience Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have completed a 2 year technical program related to electrical technology, electronics, instrumentation, HVAC or equivalent study.  Must have and maintain a valid driver license. Cannot be color identification impaired.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ASSESSMENT

NOTE:  In terms of an 8 hour workday,  \u0022occasionally\u0022 equals 1% to 33%;  \u0022frequently\u0022,  34% to 66%; \u0022continuously\u0022,  67% to 100%.

 

In an 8 hour day, employee must be able to:

 

Balance:          frequently

Bend:               frequently

Climb:              frequently

Crouch:           occasionally

Kneel:              occasionally

Sit:                   occasionally

Stand:              frequently

Stoop:              occasionally

Walk:               frequently

 

Employee must lift/carry:

 

up to 10 lbs.:   continuously

11-34 lbs.:       frequently

35-50 lbs.:       occasionally

51-75 lbs:        occasionally

76-100 lbs.:     occasionally

 

Employee must use hands for repetitive:

 

Simple grasping:         yes

Pushing/pulling:           yes

Fine Manipulation:      yes     

Feeling:                       yes

Fingering:                    yes

 

Employee must use feet for repetitive movement, as in operating foot controls: Yes

 

Employee must be able to reach above shoulder: yes

 

Employee must be able to work per day: 8 hours

 

Overtime: Yes

 

Does work require the use of a negative pressure respirator? Yes or PAPR

 

Does work require employee to work off a scaffold or ladder? yes

 

Other physical abilities that may be required:

Make fine distinctions in sound:   yes

Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word:   yes

Distinguish objects visually:    yes

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)