Job Description

General:

Maintenance Technician (multi-craft) supports the mechanical & minor electrical equipment needs of a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant. The role willingly seeks knowledge and responsibilities of multi-craft in mechanical / electrical fields. The position reports to the maintenance supervisor w/ primary work schedule of Mon. - Fri. (1st , 2nd, OR 3rd shift) with flexibility to work early/ late shift, overtime, and weekends, as needed.

Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

• Routinely apply working knowledge of facility equipment and processes to monitor and troubleshoot equipment mechanical and minor electrical-related failures to minimize downtime and improve yield
• Employ mechanical & electrical preventative maintenance (PM) during down days and overnight
• Proactively use knowledge of VFD’s, AC/DC circuits, motors, pumps, rotating equipment, electrical, piping, etc. to address operating problems.
• Partner with operations in set up /teardown and operation of equipment prior to shift start through shift end.
• Work with sanitation during equipment start-up & operation for cleaning & sanitizing.
• Ensure compliance with state / federal regulations & code; promote a safe work environment for self and others.
• Assist co-workers with repairs and willingly share knowledge with others
• Work with minimal supervision; Investigate and bring improvement suggestions forward
• Maintain regulatory & quality compliance w/ USDA & other food safety requirements
• Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Requirements

Education:

• GED (Min.);Associates degree (preferred / not required) Mechanical & Electrical coursework / certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Min. of 2 years of maintenance technician work experience in related field

Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

• Working knowledge of mechanical & minor electrical systems
• Solid understanding of electrical code and regulations (preferred/ not required)
• Detailed-oriented; able to work in fast-paced environment w/ minimal supervision
• Self-directed, team player w/ good initiative, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Problem-solver; fast technical learner;

Physical Requirements:

• Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop up to 10 hrs./shift
• Able to work from 6+ feet of height
• Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment e.g. 35-40 / 100 degrees
• Exposure to low & high voltage equipment & conveying systems

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Wellness Resources