Job Description

THE FIXER OF ALL THINGS | THE RIGHT SKILLS, THE RIGHT TOOLS, AND THE KNOW-HOW TO USE THEM

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THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Maintenance Technician helps keep our facility running safely, smoothly, and efficiently. You'll handle routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on equipment, machinery, and building systems, troubleshoot issues, complete repairs, and support continuous improvement efforts across our home base in Detroit Lakes.

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Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7am-3pm

Pay: $20/hr and up, DOE

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A Typical Day (job functions) | Problem-Solve + Facility Support + Repairs + Upkeep

Equipment & System Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems of our screen presses, embroidery machines, and dye machines
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and execute corrective repairs in a timely manner
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and basic electrical systems

Facility & Grounds Upkeep

• Assist with building repairs including doors, windows, flooring, and general structural components
• Complete painting, minor carpentry, and general handyman tasks
• Support vendor coordination for specialized repairs or installations

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols, such as lockout/tagout (LOTO) or PPE, and regulatory requirements
• Document work orders, maintenance records, and equipment histories accurately in Upkeep CMMS
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment failures immediately

Tools & Inventory Management

• Properly use, maintain, and store tools, equipment, and materials
• Monitor spare parts inventory and request replenishment when needed

Other Duties

• Collaborate with team members and other departments
• Assist in continuous improvement projects and equipment installations
• Participate in after-hours emergency rotation as assigned

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Skills (qualifications) | Can-Do Attitude + Maintenance Know-How + MacGyver Level Resourcefulness

• High school diploma or GED required
• Trade school certificate or 2-4 years maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing environment required (not entry level)
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and work orders
• Basic proficiency with computer applications, tablets, HMIs (human machine interface)
• Valid driver's license required
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, accountable and able to handle multiple interruptions while following through

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WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE. We believe in making work as awesome as the apparel we create. We're not just a t-shirt company- we're also a hat, sticker, and sock company (and so much more!). We're a place where creativity meets culture, where ideas and innovation are encouraged, and where the atmosphere is truly one-of-a-kind. As one of the largest screenprinting manufacturers in the U.S., we decorate a variety of garments and accessories for the resort, licensed collegiate, and K-12 markets, supported by over 1,000 ah-mazing team members from sea to shining sea.

OUR CULTURE TRULY SETS US APART. Life at Lakeshirts is all about embracing our core values, having fun, and working with great people who make every day an opportunity to thrive. We're looking for those who want to roll up their sleeves and make an impact while enjoying a culture that values creativity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and empowering each team member to define and elevate their success. We also foster a strong sense of community and are dedicated to wowing our customers on the daily.

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Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:

Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, problem-solving, speaking, and stress control.

Physical Demands:

CONTINUOUSLY: Sit, Reach, Lift Under 10lbs., Carry Under 10lbs., Reach at and Below Should Level

FREQUENTLY: Pull, Bend, Twist, Climb, Lift 10-50lbs., Carry 10-50lbs., Reach Above Should Height

OCCASIONALY: Stand, Walk, Push, Lift Over 50 lbs., Carry Over 50lbs., Work in cold/hot environments, Work from heights NEVER: Climb, Balance, Crawl

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed, based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employment.