Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment. Troubleshoots mechanical failures, recommends corrective action and carries out the necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment and operational status. Adheres to all facility safety programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Language, mathematical and reasoning skills necessary to compute complex measurements and read and comprehend detailed instructions and electrical/mechanical drawings.
• Five (5) years of maintenance experience in a processing/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Specific areas of knowledge include:
• Purchasing
• Knowledge of 480-volt 3 Phase power.
• Ability to read and interpret ladder logic and electrical diagrams.
• Electric motor control troubleshooting
• Repair and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• Ability to operate welding equipment and a cutting torch.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools and their safe use
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be medically approved for respirator use (EO)
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to high temperatures and high humidity (120F and 60% RH for 20 minutes) (EO)

• Performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment as directed by the Supervisor.
• Identifies problems, collects data, draws valid conclusions, recommends corrective action and carries out necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment to operational status.
• Identifies the materials needed, obtains pricing information, completes purchase orders and with the Supervisor’s approval, orders materials needed.
• Interfaces with operations personnel regarding work orders and outside contractors, as necessary
• Adheres to all facility safety programs.
• Assists with other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.