Maintenance Tech

Why This Role Is Worth Your Time

Work a full‑time schedule across just four days each week. In this role you’ll keep a high‑throughput food facility running by executing PMs, troubleshooting fast, and making clean, lasting repairs. If you like precision, teamwork, and seeing uptime improve week over week, this is your lane.

What Makes This Location Great

You’ll join a safety‑first maintenance team with solid parts support, clear work orders, and leadership that values doing the job right. Expect hands‑on work, training opportunities, and recognition for great attendance and results.

Why This Location Works

• Quick access to US‑30 and US‑63 keeps commutes and vendor runs simple.

• Cost of living trends below national averages; housing is generally affordable.

• Minutes to Otter Creek Lake & Park; easy day trips to Cedar Rapids.

• Local amenities nearby (groceries, services, dining) without big‑city traffic.

Top 5 Must‑Haves

• Solid mechanical aptitude and safe habits with LOTO, hot work, and permits.

• Basic computer skills and comfort using CMMS for PMs and closeouts.

• Reliable attendance, good communication, and attention to detail.

• Ability to use hand/power tools (wrenches, drills, saws) and read a tape to spec.

• Willing to learn food‑plant standards (GMPs, sanitation, quality checks).

What You’ll Do

• Execute PMs and corrective work to increase reliability and extend asset life.

• Troubleshoot power transmission: bearings, chains, belts, and gearboxes.

• Inspect, rebuild, and replace pumps, valves, sensors, and actuators.

• Perform basic electrical tasks at 480V 3‑phase: motors, VFDs, and controls.

• Service pneumatics and steam components; replace cylinders, regulators, filters.

• Install equipment/parts; align shafts, verify tolerances, and commission to SOPs.

• Create accurate shift notes, QC checks, and daily activity reports.

• Support and mentor trainees during precision maintenance assignments.

Skills & Experience

• 1+ year in industrial maintenance preferred; food processing a plus.

• Read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs (preferred).

• Familiar with PLC/HMI basics; Allen‑Bradley experience is a plus.

• Strong safety record; follows procedures and escalates hazards promptly.

• Comfortable in hot/cold areas; able to lift up to 60 lbs and work at heights.

• Team player who collaborates with production and quality.

Pay & Schedule

• $25.50–$35.50 per hour, based on experience.

• Full‑time schedule worked in 4 days per week.

• +$2.00/hour perfect attendance bonus.

Benefits

• Relocation package and qualification bonus available.

• Medical, dental, vision; paid life insurance.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Paid vacation after 1 year; paid holidays, personal day, and birthday.

• Employee meat purchase program.

About the Facility/Industry

The employer operates a beef processing and packaging facility in Southeast Iowa. Maintenance supports safe, efficient operations by following GMPs, executing thorough PMs, and documenting work to audit standards.

EEO + Safety

We’re an equal‑opportunity employer. Safety, PPE, and LOTO are non‑negotiable.

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Application

To apply, go to www.nh3jobs.com.