Maintenance Technician

Perform maintenance and repair services in multiple crafts; Incumbents may operate utilities equipment which supply electricity, steam, heat, refrigeration, air conditioning, compressed air, ventilation, or treat water.

• Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
• Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

Qualifications EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran High School Diploma or GED, previous food manufacturing and/or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Ability to demonstrate and apply mechanical aptitude; basic ability to read blueprints, equipment specifications and installation instructions.

• Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
• Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner
• Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs