Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Level C

Maintenance Mechanic

Locations: Millsboro, Delaware

Available Shifts: Day, Evening, and Overnight

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Primary Purpose

At Mountaire, we believe in rewarding skills and fostering growth. Maintenance Mechanics play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly by ensuring equipment and machinery are in top condition. Level C Mechanics handle routine preventative maintenance and repairs while building a foundation for a long-term career. This role offers a skills-based pay model and access to certified training programs so you can grow your expertise and increase your earning potential.

Essential Job Functions and Duties

• Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual and sound inspection.
• Install, assemble, and test new machines and equipment.
• Complete work orders as assigned.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including personal protective equipment (PPE), preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions. Lockout-tagout procedures and process safety management related matters.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or vocational training.
• Entry-level general maintenance with 03 years' previous work-related experience, including on-the-job and informal training.
• Understands the basic theory, practical knowledge, and skills to function as an entry-level mechanic safely and successfully.
• Must demonstrate proven ability in at least one of the following technical skill areas:
  • Maintenance Fundamentals
  • Electrical Power
  • Mechanical Concepts
  • Electrical Controls
  • Pneumatics
  • Hydraulics
  • Analog & Drive Control
  • PLCs
  • Welding SMAW
  • Welding GTAW
• Possesses additional basic general maintenance skills including but not limited to welding (Arc/Stick/TIG), math for mechanics, assembly, conveyors, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, fabrication and safety.
• Certificates preferred.

Why Join Mountaire?

• Skills-Based Pay Model: Your compensation grows as your skills grow.
• Certified Training Programs: We invest in your development with structured training to help you master new technical areas.
• Clear Career Path: Start as a Level C Mechanic and advance through Levels B, A, and Master as you expand your expertise.
• Stable Industry & Strong Team: Be part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and long-term success.

About Us

Are you looking for more than just a job? The culture at Mountaire is one of our greatest strengths and most valued assets. We maintain the same core values and family-focused work environment that we've operated with since day one. You will find that your peers, supervisor and team members are genuinely committed to, not only your success, but also working together to provide high-quality products to our customers. We are a service to one another and to our customers, demonstrating operational excellence and outstanding performance.

About the Team

Mountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company providing work for over 10,000 people at facilities in Arkansas, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. Now the fourth largest chicken company in the United States, we are still family owned and fully committed to giving back to the communities where we do business. At Mountaire Farms, our culture is what defines us. It sets us apart from our competition and reinforces what we stand for. Supporting each other, uplifting each other, and helping each other succeed -- that's the Mountaire way! Our vision is to provide growth, stability, and opportunities for our people, our customers, and our communities by profitably delivering wholesome quality chicken. Total Compensation Mountaire also offers an amazing total compensation package! A few examples of our benefits that may be offered to you are: eight paid holidays, Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers, Dental and Vision Programs, Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, Retirement Planning with 401(k), Profit Sharing, Employee Discounted Chicken Sales, Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping), Tuition Reimbursement and many exciting career development programs!