Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift Motley

About the role

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence. At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Maintenance Mechanics troubleshoot, repair, install and adjust industrial production and processing equipment.

• Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
• Dismantle devices to gain access to remove defective parts or to make repairs
• Examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
• Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Install special functional and structural parts in devices
• Lubricate and clean parts, equipment, and machinery
• Test and adjust equipment to meet performance specifications
• Set up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder, saws, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts; and sharpen and reshape tools as necessary
• Initiate purchase order for parts and machines
• Repair electrical equipment, replacing like equipment as defined in NAC
• Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems
• Participate and train with the HazMat team

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 2 years of food plant experience or 2 years of industrial maintenance experience or a combination of both equal to 2 years
• Preferred Education & Experiences:
  • Five years of industrial mechanical experience
  • PLC and frequency drive knowledge is preferred but not required
  • One-year certificate or degree in maintenance-related field
  • Knowledge of 3-phase and control voltage wiring
  • Understanding of a Preventive Maintenance program
  • Experience performing sanitary welding (food contact surface)
  • Experience with plumbing, Pro-press and threaded connections
  • Currently have a Class 2B boiler license or the ability to obtain one
  • Ammonia refrigeration knowledge is preferred but not required
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
  • Knowledge of food manufacturing environment safety requirements
  • Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveying systems
  • Basic computer skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Strong communication skills
• Abilities:
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced work environment
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, diagrams, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to operate a variety of hand tools to include welding machines, cutting torches, and power tools including but not limited to pipe or tube cutters, power drills, power saws, pullers, wrenches, screwdrivers, sockets, ratchets, grinders, pry bars, hammers, punches, measuring devices, and chisels
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments

Work Environment

While performing the duties of the job, employees will be exposed to warm humid environments as well as short-term exposure to freezing temperatures.

Work Ability Requirements

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to climb or balance
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Lifts and carries objects up to 5 lbs regularly, up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally

Work Authorizations

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Optional HRA/HSA and telemedicine
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid time off starting at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience
• 10 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter and transit programs

Pay

USD $24.51 – USD $37.00 per hour