We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.nnnVent, located in Alexandria, MN, is adding a Maintenance Technician to our team. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position significantly contributes to manufacturing operations through responsive and effective improvements and repairs to manufacturing equipment.nnWHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:nnIn this position, you will get to:nnTroubleshoot, repair and maintain all molding, stamping, assembly, packaging and auxiliary machinesnnPerform preventative and autonomous maintenance on equipmentnnMake improvements and updates to existing equipmentnnInitiate and implement cost reduction and continuous improvement projectsnnEffectively use Mapcon to document all work performed on equipmentnnParticipate in design review activities for new and existing equipmentnnMaintain spare parts inventorynnMaintain a clean and organized work areannPerform other duties as assignednnYOU HAVE:nnAbility to troubleshoot and repair production machinery; which includes electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipmentnnCapable for reading and interpreting electrical schematic PLC programs and mechanical blueprintsnnAbility to operate various shop equipment and hand tools to perform repairsnnKnowledge of world-class manufacturing practicesnnGeneral knowledge of Injection molding machines operation and processesnnGeneral knowledge of machine controlsnnStrong organizational skillsnnWorking knowledge of computers as well as Microsoft Office, Mapcon and PLC'snn3-5 years manufacturing maintenance experiencennWE HAVE:nnA dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every daynnAt nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.nnWe are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.nnCommitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and worknnWe encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwidennThrough our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate moneynnCore values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:nnInnovative & adaptablennDedicated to absolute integritynnFocused on the customer firstnnRespectful and team orientednnOptimistic and energizingnnAccountable for performancennBenefits to support the lives of our employeesnnAt nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.nnAt nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.