Master Maintenance Technician

General Purpose:
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment within the facility. Perform required performance maintenance (PM’s) as scheduled.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
    Install, program, maintain, document, and troubleshoot programmable logic controls (PLC) and components
    Plan and coordinate installation of electronic controls
    Assist in training other maintenance staff as needed
    Report daily to maintenance manager on the status of projects and repairs
    Assist in regulatory tests of plant instrumentation and document results as required
    Understand and monitor plant systems: HVAC, Compressed Air, electrical, glycol chillers, etc.
    Provide capability in PM related activities
     Document all work performed
    Assist as needed on all types of maintenance calls throughout the plant
    Maintain work areas in a neat and orderly fashion
    Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
    Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
    The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Part of a monthly on call rotation

**Night position- hours and days to be determined

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience
    High school diploma, GED, or specialized trade school preferred
    3 years of maintenance experience, including experience with electronic controls and PLC units
    1 year of specialized training in PLC’s or equivalent preferred
    Certification and/or License – Forklift certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures
    Able to use shop mathematics with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and various types of adjustable measuring instruments
    Strong understanding of controls used in the plant and how they affect production
    Knowledge of machine shop equipment
    Able to troubleshoot problems
    Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
    Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
    Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
    Able to lead and instruct others on the proper and safe procedures
    Must be able to read, write and speak English

Compensation Details:
The starting rate is $30.00, but increases over time.
This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, short term disability, 401k and flex spending/HSA benefits.