General:

Maintenance Technician (multi-craft) supports a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant's electrical/mechanical equipment needs.  The role willingly seeks knowledge and responsibilities of multi-craft in electrical/ mechanical fields. The position reports to the maintenance supervisor with a primary 8-hr., Mon. - Friday work schedule on - 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift. Currently, Saturday work is required for PMs, project work, and Training. Flexibility needed to support early/ late shifts, overtime, and weekends.  

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

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 and after shift end.

Work with sanitation during overnight equipment 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

Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Requirements

Education:

GED (Min.); Associates degree (preferred)

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

Self-directed, team player w/ good initiative;

Positive, clear, concise communicator w/ team-oriented 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