MAINTENANCE TECH II

Maintenance Technician II

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Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Tech II FLSA Status: Hourly Department: Maintenance

SUMMARY: The Maintenance Technician II plays a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of the facility's equipment, systems, and utilities. The position is responsible for performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and operating maintenance equipment. The technician works independently and collaboratively to meet departmental goals and company standards. They are committed to upholding high standards of safety, quality, and productivity, while maintaining positive relationships with customers and fellow team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Routinely inspect equipment to identify and report potential equipment failure or safety issues (personnel and/or food safety)
• Inspect plant utilities to detect any equipment malfunctions or failures.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks for process equipment as scheduled or assigned.
• Carry out necessary repairs to maintain the operational integrity of equipment and machinery.
• Maintain areas outside the processing zone in accordance with the Master Sanitation Plan.
• Perform pre-operational setup and post-operational teardown of process equipment.

Equipment Operation and Safety

• Operate various power tools, measuring instruments, gas cutting, welding systems, and other maintenance equipment in a safe manner.
• Safely operate forklifts, manual and electric pallet jacks (Plant Certification required).
• Ensure all operations comply with safety standards and protocols.

Document Maintenance and Record Keeping

• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to create, update, and close work orders and preventive maintenance worksheets.
• Maintain and organize equipment manuals located within the Maintenance Library for reference.

Essential Responsibilities Frequency % Of Time

• Routinely inspect equipment Always 25%
• Perform maintenance duties Always 25%
• Operate equipment Always 25%
• Maintain all required records and Always 25%

Documents

Basic Job Requirements

• Requires general training (for each plant as well as department).
• Requires assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• Requires lubrication and filtration. (inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance)
• Requires utilities. (inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance)
• Requires technical fundamentals.
• Requires asset management. (inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance)
• Requires mechanical. (inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance)
• Requires mechanical schematic navigation. (mechanical / pneumatic / hydraulic)
• Requires electrical. (inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance)
• Requires electrical schematic navigation (controls / safety / VFD's)
• Requires fabrication.
• Requires tasks, that are assigned verbally, written or digitally by Maintenance Leadership to be completed as directed.

Other Responsibilities

• Attend GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Safety meetings as required.
• Attend and participate in ongoing training related to the role.
• Contribute to the management of parts inventory to ensure adequate supplies for maintenance tasks.

Food Safety and Employee Safety

• Maintenance personnel shall have a thorough understanding of GMP's and follow accordingly.
• Maintenance personnel shall have a thorough understanding of Standard Meat Company's Maintenance Program, Safety programs and all Company policies and follow accordingly.
• Maintenance personnel shall maintain the integrity and cleanness of personal tools and company tools.
• Maintenance personnel shall, under no circumstances, bypass equipment safety devices.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II:

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge of maintenance tools, appliances, and devices used for troubleshooting and repair.
• Intermediate problem-solving abilities, particularly in troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Maintenance and Repair Skills:

• Expertise in identifying and replacing air filters, V-belts, light bulbs, and basic plumbing components (e.g., water closets, sinks, fittings).
• Ability to repair doors (e.g., seals, handles).
• Familiarity with inspection and maintenance of facility safety devices (e.g., fire extinguishers, eyewash stations).
• Ability to perform basic maintenance on building systems (e.g., boilers, air compressors, HVAC, refrigeration).
• Experience with motor and gearbox identification and repair, electrical device testing (e.g., motors, brakes), and conveyor belt repairs.
• Capability to conduct basic welding and fabrication.
• Experience with pneumatic hose identification and repairs.

Mechanical and Electrical Expertise:

• Ability to perform equipment overhauls, including complete rebuilds of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with safety relays, circuits, and electrical systems such as VFDs and control panels.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to evaluate and contribute to the equipment maintenance scheduling.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma with a Trade school certification and/or 3 years related experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Function

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

X

Reach with hands and arms

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

X

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as reflected below.

Function

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Cold Temperature: <40 F Process Area / Coolers <0 F Freezer

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme cold temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. (hearing protection required)

Until properly trained, maintenance mechanics will not work on any equipment or building systems they have not been trained on. It is the responsibility of members of the maintenance team to ask for assistance and/or training on any tasks they are not