Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician Night Shift

We are a specialized manufacturing company that produces high-quality protein-based ingredients used in pet food, animal nutrition, and other industrial applications. With a focus on quality, innovation, and operational excellence, we provide essential ingredients that support some of the industry's leading products while offering employees a stable and team-oriented work environment.

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing production equipment and facility systems that support our manufacturing operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, plant safety, and operational efficiency.

Schedule: 11:00PM - 7:30AM

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and machinery to minimize downtime and maximize performance.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and complete repairs as needed.
• Install, set up, maintain, and repair plant equipment, including ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Inspect equipment and identify potential problems through observation, testing, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Complete assigned work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Conduct routine equipment and facility inspections, including daily operational rounds.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized shop areas, maintenance rooms, and workspaces.
• Assist with updating and maintaining Process Safety Management (PSM) and Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs.
• Monitor inventory levels of maintenance parts, supplies, and equipment and assist with ordering when necessary.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and store them properly after use.
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and ongoing operational needs to ensure effective communication between shifts and team members.
• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report safety concerns, hazards, or equipment issues to management.
• Continue developing technical knowledge through training opportunities and industry resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or technical training preferred.
• 1-3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or processing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with welding, electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, ammonia refrigeration, and general building maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and mechanical aptitude.

Physical & Work Environment

• Regular exposure to cool, wet, and industrial production environments.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working around raw beef, chicken, and other raw materials, as well as associated odors.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.

Additional Information

We are committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Benefits

Hourly rate: $25 - $26/hour

Extra Earning Potential

Health Insurance

401k Match

PTO

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.