Maintenance Technician

Job description

Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment. Provide training to associates and assist them so they can make minor adjustments to equipment. Analyze equipment to improve efficiency, safety, and quality. Assist with new associate training. Perform sanitation requirements as needed or required. Perform other duties as assigned or required. Must presently reside in the maintenance department or have passed the qualification process for bidding into the maintenance department.

Previous maintenance experience and/or equivalent technical training. Read and understand operating manuals. Ability to interpret, analyze, and write electrical and electronic diagrams or schematics. Ability to work on plant facilities and equipment safely and effectively. Able to work well within a team environment as well as work effectively with all associates. Planning/organizational skills and strong verbal communication skills.

Understanding of requirements and importance of documentation. Understanding and knowledge of electronics and mechanics Able to lift 50 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas and be exposed to wet and humid conditions. Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. or more.

Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors, and adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually high, and ear protection is required. May work near moving mechanical parts, high and/or confining places.