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Multi Craft Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Perdue Farms · Bridgewater, VA · 1 mo ago
Manufacturing$46–$52.6/hrFull-time

About the role

Be the go-to expert who keeps our operation running at its best. As a Multi Craft Maintenance Technician, you will be a versatile, hands-on asset to the operations team, working across departments to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.

Responsibilities

  • Performs extraordinarily complex technical tasks and decision-making.
  • Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs complex machinery.
  • Troubleshooting and repairs on AC/DC/Servo Motor Control System and Instrumentation Control Systems.
  • Collaborates well with production associates and other technicians to solve problems with reliability and urgency.
  • Investigates and repairs electrical and mechanical systems/machinery.
  • Problem solves and performs preventative maintenance.
  • Maintains work records and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
  • Conducts root cause analysis on system and equipment malfunctions and efficiencies.
  • Recognizes and reports unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations.
  • Seeks ways to drive plant and maintenance cost efficiencies.
  • Role models, mentors Maintenance Technicians.
  • Provides "hands on" training and direction to lower-level mechanics and techs in properly servicing, repairing, and maintaining the equipment operated by the Company.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED and Equivalent Experience.
  • Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • 8+ Years experience in Industrial maintenance, troubleshooting, problem-solving and repairs on Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, and/or Equivalent Military Experience.
  • Expert Proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, PLC, Welding and Rigging
  • Maintain Perdue Farms QEW Certification.
  • Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.

Qualifications

  • 2-year Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance (preferred).

Physical Requirements And Environmental Factors

Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, reaching overhead and/or at shoulder level, lifting (50 lbs.) and/or repetitive tasks throughout the day. Position requires occasional moving to other offices or buildings. Day travel to nearby locations is sometimes required. May need to access files, supplies, and equipment. When In a Plant Environment Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing plant. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Pay

This position has a target wage of $46.00 - $52.60 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 6:00am-6:00pm

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