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: 1st / 2nd / 3rd
- Schedule: Monday to Saturday, you will work up to 10 to 12 hours a day
