About The Role

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.

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;