Maintenance Technician I

About the Role

As a Maintenance Technician I, you will work alongside a skilled and diverse team to keep the plant running safely and efficiently by supporting machinery performance and maintenance reliability. This role offers hands-on, on-the-job training where you will build real-world industrial maintenance experience while earning additional certifications and expanding your technical skill set.

Schedule

• Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Saturdays/Weekends as business needs dictate

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining equipment, troubleshooting issues, and performing routine inspections.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• May assist in managing machine performance through equipment set up and production changeovers.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Maintain work records and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
• Understand and follow all safety standards and quality protocols.
• Collaborate with production associates to solve problems with reliability and urgency.
• Recognize and report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations.
• Utilize appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to chemicals, dust, and mechanical and electrical hazards.
• Learn and observe all safety precautions as required.
• Work all required work schedules.
• Day travel to nearby locations is sometimes required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be able to demonstrate/achieve and maintain Maintenance Tech I proficiency within 10 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and equivalent experience.
• Beginner proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, Welding, and Rigging.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 2-year Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Includes sitting, standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, reaching overhead and/or at shoulder level, lifting (50 lbs.) and/or repetitive tasks throughout the day.
• Position requires occasional moving to other offices or buildings.

When in a plant environment:

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors with metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle products from 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing plants.
• May need to access files, supplies, and equipment.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment as required.