Maintenance Mechanic

Job Duties

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanics troubleshoot, repair, install and adjust industrial production and processing equipment.

Essential Functions:

Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble

Dismantles devices to gain access to remove defective parts or to make repairs.

Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections

Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges

Installs special functional and structural parts in devices

Lubricates and cleans parts, equipment, and machinery

Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications

Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, saws, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts; and sharpens and reshapes tools as necessary

Initiates purchase order for parts and machines

Repairs electrical equipment. Replacing like equipment as dined in NAC.

Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.

Will participate and train with the HazMat team.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full-time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience. Commuter and transit programs are also available.

Qualifications

Travel/On-Call Requirements: Not required for this position.

Required Qualifications: (Education, Years of Experience, Certifications)

Minimum of 2 years of Food plant experience of 2 years of Industrial Maintenance experience or a combination of both equal to 2 years

Preferred Education & Experiences:

five years of industrial mechanical experience

five years of industrial mechanical experience

PLC and Frequency drive knowledge is preferred but not required

One year certificate or degree in maintenance related field

Knowledge of 3-phase and Control voltage wiring

Understanding of a Preventive Maintenance program

Experience performing Sanitary Welding (Food Contact surface)

Experience with plumbing, Pro-press and threaded

Currently have a class 2B boiler license or the ability to obtain one.

Ammonia refrigeration knowledge is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of food manufacturing environment safety requirements.

Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and conveying systems.

Skills

Basic computer skills.

Strong Time Management skills.

Strong communication skills.

Abilities

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced work environment.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, diagrams and procedure manuals.

Ability to operate a variety of hand tools to include the following: welding machines, cutting torches, and power tools including but not limited to pipe or tube cutters, power drills, power saws, pullers, wrenches, screw drivers, sockets, ratchets, grinders, pry bars, hammers, punches, measuring devices, and chisels

Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments

Minimum Education Required

No education requirement .

Minimum Experience Required

Minimum of 2 years of Food plant experience or 2 years of Industrial Maintenance experience or a combination totaling 2 years.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$24.51 - $37.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

56466

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

5033

Job Benefits

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel and crouch

The employee lifts and carries objects up to 5 lbs regularly, up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally