Approximately 70 mechanical and electrical hourly tradesmen are included in the department. They are all member of the Teamster Union. As a result of the rural nature of the area a great deal of the training and upgrading of the maintenance department skills are handled in house. The Company has had an excellent record of developing employee skills in all areas and has excellent training facilities and staff. The processing plant runs three shifts and there is considerable weekend overtime scheduled during the busy winter months.
Employment is very stable with very little seasonal variation.
The position is also responsible for the development of all project and capital expenditures as the Company continues to upgrade and modernize to meet the new needs of the expanding customer base as well as plant personnel. The Director of Engineering and Maintenance is responsible for not only planning and preparing the work but to bid and select the appropriate contractor while balancing internal workflow within the department. Follow up of the work of these contractors also takes considerable time and attention. Qualifications - The position requires a professional with an undergraduate degree in engineering with preference given to mechanical or electrical degrees. An advanced degree would be a plus.