Industrial Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift)

Kaluzny Bros., Inc (KBI) is seeking a Third Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team at our rendering plant in Rockdale, IL. A successful Maintenance Technician is a self-starter that can troubleshoot on their feet and follow direction to effectively maintain industrial equipment at our plant. Third Shift runs from 10 PM - 6:30 AM KBI is a family-owned and operated rendering company comprised of two operations: a grease processing facility and a bone and fat processing plant where you will work directly with animal by-product (bones, hides, fat, and meat) in hot temperatures, with strong odors from the cooking process. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the preventative maintenance and repair of all equipment and continuous improvement projects. Job Responsibilities: Execute daily preventative maintenance of equipment Perform corrective maintenance and repairs as needed both independently and with team members Work safely on wet and slippery floors and equipment and in variable temperatures Work in a manual labor environment (including the need to frequently walk, stand, sit, shovel, climb, crouch, and kneel) during regular weather, hot summer temperatures, and cold winter conditions Handle hot working conditions (due to cooking process), strong animal odors, and a greasy/dirty working environment Maintain a clean and safe working environment Follow the direction of the Maintenance Manager while staying highly organized and self-motivated Use effective problem-solving skills to minimize equipment downtime Exhibit a willing-to-learn attitude to effectively work with others and across an array of equipment Be adaptable to change and an effective communicator (both written and verbal) Follow all Company safety and compliance protocols and guidelines Adhere to the principles of honesty, integrity, and respect in every aspect of their role Minimum/Required Qualifications: 1+ years’ experience in a mechanical maintenance Ability to lift 50+ lbs on an occasional basis, lift and reach overhead, and crouch and bend down to work on equipment Preferred Qualifications: A high school diploma, GED, technical/trade school certificate, or similar Experience with computer-based applications for basic business functions such as email, Microsoft Word and Excel $25-$32/hr base pay Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance with all premiums paid by the company! Nothing is deducted from your paycheck! HSA account with company contribution 401k with company match (KBI attempts a 100% company match) Paid holidays, sick time, birthday, and vacations #J-18808-Ljbffr