Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician, 1st ShiftPosition: Maintenance Mechanic II(C) Compensation: Hourly Non-exempt Reports to: Maintenance Manager Benefits Offered: Health, Dental, Life Ins., 401(K) with a company match, Voluntary Benefits include (Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Vision, Supplemental Life), Paid Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, Annual Bonus, and more. Employment Type: Full-timeQualificationsDisplay positive attitude and teamwork skills. Must complete a pre-employment physical and drug test. Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day. Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist. Must be able and available to work overtime as required.Job SummaryEssential Duties & Responsibilities include the following: Correct & safe operation of equipment & machinery, troubleshooting, engine maintenance, conveyors & systems. Essential Functions: Must obey all safety, USDA, HACCP, and the Company rules and regulations. Must know shop mathematics, able to interpret drawings, and be able to use tools required. Must have intermediate knowledge/experience in the following areas including use of related tools and equipment: Electrical Wiring, diagrams & Troubleshooting Pipe Fitting/Plumbing Welding – show ability to weld or ability to learn Hydraulics – circuits and components Pneumatics-full systems Automatic Equipment Operation (setup, repair, and tear down) PLC operation The ability to show proficiency in the above skills in addition to other skills but not limited to only the above Ability to lift 50lbs to 70lbs continuously/daily if needed Must have good communication skills (both written and oral). Must be able to work weekends and overtime. Communicating with management when there are concerns with the following: Production Safety Employee Relations Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client. Also perform other related duties as required by management. Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: 1 year minimum work experience Other Requirements: No other requirements. Working Conditions: High noise, varied temperatures (warm to cold), slippery floors, moving equipment and dust may be present. Employees will wear personal protective equipment as necessary or required.About Brakebush Brothers Irving in Irving, TX: As a family owned company, Brakebush celebrated their 90th Anniversary in 2015. Throughout the years, with the help of a dedicated, experienced workforce, Brakebush has kept the same ideals that our founders started - providing the highest quality products to meet the needs of restaurant operators, schools, healthcare facilities, convenience stores and everyone who wants to serve their customers great tasting chicken. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required. Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas. Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.