Maintenance Technician (Multi-craft) - 2nd Shift
General:
Maintenance Technician (multi-craft) supports the electrical/mechanical equipment needs of a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant. The role willingly seeks knowledge and responsibilities of multi-craft in electrical/ mechanical fields. The position reports to the maintenance supervisor w/ primary work schedule of M- Fri 2nd shift (2:00 - 10:30pm), with flexibility to work early/ late shift, overtime, and weekends, as needed.
Specific Duties / Responsibilities:
- Routinely apply working knowledge of facility equipment and processes to monitor and troubleshoot equipment mechanical and minor electrical-related failures to minimize downtime and improve yield
- Employ mechanical & electrical preventative maintenance (PM) during down days and overnight
- Proactively use knowledge of VFD’s, AC/DC circuits, motors, pumps, rotating equipment, electrical, piping, etc. to address operating problems.
- Partner with operations in set up /teardown and operation of equipment prior to shift start and after shift end.
- Work with sanitation during overnight equipment operation for cleaning & sanitizing.
- Ensure compliance with state / federal regulations & code; promote a safe work environment for self and others.
- Assist co-workers with repairs and willingly share knowledge with others
- Work with minimal supervision; Investigate and bring improvement suggestions forward
- Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.
Requirements
Education:
- GED (Min.);Associates degree (preferred / not required)
- Mechanical & Electrical coursework / certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- Min. of 2 years of maintenance technician work experience in related field
Skills/Abilities/Attributes:
- Working knowledge of mechanical & minor electrical systems
- Solid understanding of electrical code and regulations (preferred/ not required)
- Detailed-oriented; able to work in fast-paced environment w/ minimal supervision
- Self-directed, team player w/ good initiative, communication and interpersonal skills;
- Problem-solver; fast technical learner;
Physical Requirements:
- Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop up to 10 hrs./shift
- Able to work from 6+ feet of height
- Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment e.g. 35-40 / 100 degrees
- Exposure to low & high voltage equipment & conveying systems
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Wellness Resources
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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, City, Please indicate your employment history in the last 10 years, starting with the most recent. Include the name of the employer or company and the length of time you worked there. (If none available, please enter "N/A"), Please enter your education history. (If none available, please enter "N/A"), Resume, Education, Experience, Cover letter, Are you at least 18 years of age?, Have you ever been previously employed with Prestage Foods before?, Have you ever been previously employed with Prestage Farms before?, Have you ever worked at a Prestage location for a Contractor or Temp Agency?, If yes, please provide more details of this position?
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- Do you have working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems?
- Do you have solid understanding of electrical code and regulations (preferred/ not required)
- Are you detailed-oriented with ability to work in fast-paced environment?
- Are you able to meet the physical requirements of the position which include work safely in hot, cold, wet environment. e.g. 35 - 40 /100 degrees, lifting up to 50 lbs, work at height possibly over 6 ft?
- Do you have experience w/ exposure to low & high voltage equipment & conveying systems?
- Are you a current employee of Prestage Foods of South Carolina?
- Are you able and willing to work in a 2nd shift capacity?
- Are you able and willing to work overtime on short notice including weekends and/or holidays as needed?