Maintenance Technician II - 1st Shift

About the role

Keep operations running at peak performance by maintaining and repairing the equipment that powers our facility. As a Maintenance Mechanic II, you will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and repair or install equipment to ensure reliable, efficient production. Your work will help minimize downtime and support consistent operational flow. This role is ideal for a skilled, hands-on professional who enjoys troubleshooting, takes pride in equipment reliability, and is committed to supporting safe, high-performing operations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and repair or install equipment to ensure reliable, efficient production.
• Provide own personal hand tools needed (see required tool list) to safely perform the job and have a storage box to store.
• Provide a means of notification/communication during non-working hours for emergencies and respond to emergency calls within thirty (30) minutes.
• Ensure shop and surrounding areas are kept clean by removing debris from work areas, work benches, break rooms, and floors, and keeping them free of liquids, oils, and dirt.
• Ensure a safe working environment by eliminating unsafe acts or conditions.
• Other duties as assigned by Leadership.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience.
• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.
• Must be proficient in at least nine (9) of the following areas:
  • Reading Blueprints/Schematics
  • Cut and weld (Oxygen, Acetylene, and Aluminum) all types of metals
  • Hydraulics
  • Pumps
  • Electrical wiring and motors
  • Filter systems
  • Pipe fitting/plumbing
  • Operation of shop equipment
  • Millwright
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Refrigeration systems
  • Pneumatics
  • Carpentry
  • Certified Electrician (Preferred)

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Work in stationary positions or moving for up to 12 hours on wet, moist, dry, and greasy floors, including metal or plastic grating surfaces, with up to four (4) hours in a single interval.
• Ability to climb stairs, work on equipment, catwalks, and from various ladders.
• Exposure to and work in temperatures of 110 degrees Fahrenheit with ambient humidity, noise exposure of >110 dB, and light intensity range of 100 foot candles.
• Bending, twisting, lifting, reaching, sitting, and grasping vary in repetitions, distance, degrees, angle, weight, height, and body positions depending on the maintenance task.
• Must be able to lift and control weights up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to bend down and maintain a kneeling position.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Exposure to chlorinated water (5 ppm), dry ice, caustic detergents, lubricating oils, hydraulic oils, salt, and other chemicals found in a poultry processing operation.
• Must wear and/or use protective and safety equipment required for the job.