Mechanical Technician II
Veolia North America

Company Description

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS) is a worldwide leader in water recovery, treatment, and reuse. We design, supply, and service a range of water systems and monitoring equipment in industries ranging from pharmaceutical to food and beverage applications, and from microelectronics ultrapure water to municipal water and industrial wastewater treatment. We are one of the world's leading manufacturers of total organic carbon (TOC) analyzers and corresponding certified reference materials. Our ground-breaking endotoxin analyzer is the latest addition to our expanding analytical instruments portfolio. We strive to provide not only superior technology and design, but also outstanding quality, service, and application support.

Job Description

Mechanical Technician II
If you enjoy working with your hands more than sitting behind a desk, we have the opportunity you've been looking for! Our Mechanical Technician Team works in a fast-paced environment fabricating and building industrial water systems according to customer specifications. You'll use hand tools, power tools, and a variety of machines to complete the manufacturing process. This is a great opportunity to learn how to build custom reverse osmosis filtration systems used by some of the largest commercial companies in the world.
Second Shift: Monday - Thursday, 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM - Four-day work week!

For training purposes, this position requires a temporary shift from 10 am to 8 pm for approximately 3 - 4 weeks.

This is NOT your average manufacturing job! Why work here?
● Good starting pay and the opportunity to advance!
● We have a generous benefits program that includes 5 weeks of combined time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, free short-term disability coverage, and retirement savings contributions!
● Fitness center available 24/7
● Tuition Reimbursement
The Mechanical Technician II will be responsible for meeting daily production needs regarding the manufacture of industrial water systems according to quality systems and specifications. This role will be key in supporting business needs regarding; EHS, quality, on time shipment, and productivity.
The Minnetonka plant is easily accessible, clean, and a climate-controlled facility! We are looking to fill the following shift:

Second Shift: Monday - Thursday, 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM - Four-day work week! For training purposes, this position requires a temporary shift from 10 am to 8 pm for
approximately 3 - 4 weeks.

Essential Responsibilities:
These duties and responsibilities are not exhaustive and will be supplemented as necessary.

● Fabricate, position and install sub-components into various pieces of equipment as per
appropriate drawings.
● Safe use of hoist and cranes
● Operates basic hand tools and various air and/or electric hand tools/equipment while
performing the assigned responsibilities in a safe manner
● Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, and schematics and must be able to layout and assemble machines/components based on drawings and detailed verbal instructions
● Reads and understands production orders and bill of material (BOM's)
● Ensure use of appropriate PPE and adhere to safety protocols for assembly and plastic pipe fabrication.
● Maintains a clean work area supported by 5S initiatives
● Complete all training required by Veolia
● Follow Safe Work Practices and all environmental, health and safety rules
● Perform self-inspection to verify that all components are installed and match applicable
drawings and sign QA documentation.
● Performs any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor, Facilitator, or Lead

Required Qualifications:
● 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/fabrication, Equipment Maintenance or Service, or
Qualified Mechanic role

● Ability to wear required PPE
● Experience with cranes and hoists
● Experience with the fabrication of equipment using various hand and power tools,
blueprints/schematics reading experience + ability to read BOMs
● PVC pipe cutting + gluing experience + thread tapping experience
● Ability to accurately use a tape measure + measure down to very small increments

Preferred Qualifications:
● High School Diploma/GED
● Ability to assemble piping & equipment to assembly and process drawings.
● Demonstrated high-quality work, initiative and the ability to work unsupervised at times.
● Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, assist with training peers/contractors
● Good problem-solving skills and good oral and written communication skills

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
● 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/fabrication, Equipment Maintenance or Service, or Qualified Mechanic role

● Ability to wear required PPE
● Experience with cranes and hoists
● Experience with the fabrication of equipment using various hand and power tools,
blueprints/schematics reading experience + ability to read BOMs
● PVC pipe cutting + gluing experience + thread tapping experience
● Ability to accurately use a tape measure + measure down to very small increments

Preferred Qualifications:
● High School Diploma/GED
● Ability to assemble piping & equipment to assembly and process drawings.
● Demonstrated high-quality work, initiative and the ability to work unsupervised at times.
● Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, assist with training peers/contractors
● Good problem-solving skills and good oral and written communication skills

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.