Maintenance 1 Mechanic F 2nd
Compensation
EstimatedThe Role
Job Summary:
*The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems within a meat processing facility. This position supports production operations by ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.*
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- *Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on:*
+ *Conveyors and material handling systems*
+ *Overhead chain systems*
+ *Processing and packaging equipment*
+ *Electrical systems and controls*
+ *Boilers and steam-related systems (if qualified)*
+ *Engine room and facility utilities*
- *Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical malfunctions*
- *Replace or repair defective parts, components, and systems*
- *Perform equipment adjustments and calibrations*
*Troubleshooting*
- *Identify root causes of equipment failures*
- *Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues*
- *Respond promptly to production downtime events*
*Safety & Compliance*
- *Follow all safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)*
- *Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)*
- *Maintain compliance with OSHA, USDA, and facility safety standards*
- *Maintain safe and clean work practices*
*Documentation & Reporting*
- *Complete maintenance work orders and logs*
- *Document repairs, parts usage, and maintenance activities*
- *Communicate equipment issues to supervisors*
*General Responsibilities*
- *Maintain tools and maintenance areas*
- *Assist with equipment installations and upgrades*
- *Support continuous improvement initiatives*
- *Work collaboratively with production and sanitation teams*
*Required Qualifications*
- *High school diploma or equivalent required*
- *Technical training or maintenance certification preferred*
- *Experience in industrial maintenance preferred*
- *Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems*
- *Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and diagrams*
- *Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred*
- *Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities*
- *Reliable attendance and punctuality*
*Physical Requirements*
- *Ability to lift up to* *50 pounds*
- *Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and reach*
- *Ability to work in cold, wet, hot, and noisy environments*
- *Ability to work around machinery and moving equipment*
*Work Environment*
- *Meat processing/manufacturing facility*
- *Exposure to:*
+ *Cold and wet production areas*
+ *Extremely Hot production areas*
+ *Mechanical equipment and conveyors*
+ *Electrical systems*
+ *Boiler/engine room conditions*
+ *Noise and industrial hazards*
*Shift & Schedule:*
- *Shift:* *2nd: 2:00pm / 3rd: 10:00pm]*
- *Schedule:* *Monday to Saturday, you will work up to 10 to 12 hours a day*
Benefits
Estimated- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Overtime available
- Safety training provided