Maintenance Technician

# Maintenance Technician

Location: Gibsland, Louisiana Schedule: M-F, 1st Shift hours Starting Pay: $26.88 per hour, with room for growth based on experience

Join Our Team at Bell Lumber & Pole!

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for keeping machinery running smoothly? Bell Lumber & Pole is looking for a Maintenance Technician to ensure our equipment, yard, and facility operate safely and efficiently. If you have experience with mechanical repairs, welding, and troubleshooting equipment, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel mobile equipment, peeling yard machinery, kilns, yard tools, and facility systems.

- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.

- Conduct equipment inspections and report any potential issues to management.

- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory.

- Ensure compliance with OSHA safety policies and company safety procedures.

- Respond promptly to emergency maintenance needs and assist in larger repair projects.

What You Need:

- High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or certification preferred).

- Minimum five years of experience as a certified welder required

- 2+ years of maintenance experience, including welding, mechanical repairs, or electrical work.

- Experience with mobile equipment, automotive, agricultural, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing is a plus.

- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.

- Ability to operate hand and power tools, read blueprints, and follow safety regulations.

- Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.

- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required.

Why Bell Lumber & Pole?

For over 115 years, Bell Lumber & Pole has been a leader in sustainable, high-quality wood products for utility and telecom companies. We are committed to radically loving and influencing lives—both inside and outside of our company.

Benefits We Offer:

- Health, dental, and vision insurance (HRA & FSA options)

- 401(k) with company match

- Short & long-term disability insurance

- Paid holidays and generous PTO

- Life insurance

- Professional development opportunities

- Employee assistance & hardship programs

Join Our Team Today!

Be part of a company that values hard work, safety, and community. Apply now and take the next step in your career with Bell Lumber & Pole!

Full job description below:

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and ensuring the functionality of all equipment and machinery in the plant, yard, and office facility while complying with OSHA safety policies and local codes. This includes preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and both regular and emergency repairs on mobile equipment, treating plant equipment, yard machinery, and power tools.

Essential Job Duties

- Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a range of vehicles and equipment.

- Conduct diagnostic tests to identify issues and determine necessary repairs on diesel engines.

- Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines to prevent breakdowns and optimize performance.

- Show excellence in diverse maintenance fields, including welding (especially stick), electrical, automotive, mechanical, carpentry, diesel and engine mechanics, and automation.

- Execute a wide range of maintenance tasks, encompassing welding, electrical work, HVAC systems, automotive and carpentry, demonstrating expertise in these areas.

- Independently address and troubleshoot complex repairs, including identifying and resolving issues, diagnosing faults, and recommending improvements.

- Lead equipment inspections, identifying and documenting issues, and coordinating with senior technicians or management to implement corrective actions.

- Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, identifying and promptly resolving safety hazards, and implementing proactive safety measures.

- Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory, providing data for performance analysis and cost control.

- Collaborate with others on major maintenance projects, installations, and renovations.

- Spearhead preventive maintenance programs, utilizing your expertise to optimize equipment performance, extend longevity, and reduce downtime.

- Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance issues to determine the best course of action for repair.

- Be available for on-call duties and respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests as needed.

Job Qualifications

Education:

- High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or certification preferred).

Experience:

- Diesel mechanical expertise preferred.

- ASE certification preferred.

- High school diploma or equivalent, with additional technical training or certification preferred.

- Substantial prior experience in general maintenance or a related field. Proficiency in heavy mobile equipment, automotive, agricultural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and carpentry techniques.

- Expertise in maintaining heavy mobile equipment, automotive, agricultural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, advanced carpentry, and automation technologies.

- Expertise in operating a wide array of hand and power tools.

- Exceptional problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and adaptability.

- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.

- Willingness to continually learn and stay updated on emerging maintenance technologies and practices.

- A valid driver's license and dependable transportation may be required.

Skills and Competencies

- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.

- Proficiency in operating PCs, office equipment, hand tools, and power tools.

- Ability to safely ascend/descend ladders, walk, and stand for extended periods.

- Must be fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

- Knowledge of MSDS sheets for required chemical compounds.

- Ability to properly use and maintain PPE and safety equipment.

- Above-average welding skills as determined by Bell Lumber & Pole Management.

- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required.

Hazardous Waste Management Duties

If assigned to hazardous waste-related tasks, employees must complete Bell Lumber & Pole’s Hazardous Waste Management Training and sign the team addendum outlining specific duties and policies. Employees without this training are not authorized to perform hazardous waste management duties.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

- Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, sit, talk, hear, and use hands.

- Regularly lift/move 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50+ lbs.

- Work in an industrial environment with exposure to heat, cold, precipitation, fumes, noise, and chemicals.

- Overtime may be required, including overnight stays.

BELL LUMBER & POLE COMPANY

With a family legacy spanning over 115 years, Bell Lumber & Pole Co. and its businesses (Bell Timber Inc., Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products) have established a reputation for excellence.

As one of the largest producers of high-quality, renewable wood poles and structures for utility and telecom companies across North America and beyond, Bell plays a vital role in powering the future. We are also a leader in manufacturing mass timber structural components for commercial and industrial buildings. In addition, we provide wood fence posts and barn poles to farmers and ranchers. Bell operates in 17 locations with a workforce of over 400 employees across the U.S. and Canada.

Our mission TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES is lived out internally, in the way our employees interact with each other, and externally, in the way we give back to the communities we serve.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, equal opportunities, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 651-203-2719 or send an e-mail to HRTeam@blpole.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. For additional detail, you can read through our EEO Policy.

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