Maintenance Support Technician

Maintenance Support Technician

The Maintenance Support Technician is an entry level to developing role within the Maintenance Department at the Ice Cream Plant. This position supports Maintenance Technicians by assisting with routine maintenance, preventive maintenance (PM) tasks, equipment inspections, and basic repairs to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The Maintenance Support Technician works under close supervision and receives on-the-job training while gaining hands-on experience in industrial maintenance within a food manufacturing environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Comply with all OSHA, plant safety, food safety, and GMP requirements
• Properly use required PPE at all times
• Participate in safety training, maintenance training, and continuous improvement activities

Maintenance Support & Assistance

• Assist Maintenance Technicians with routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs of production and facility equipment
• Support scheduled preventive maintenance activities by following established PM procedures and checklists
• Perform basic mechanical tasks such as lubrication, belt changes, part replacements, cleaning, and adjustments under supervision
• Assist with equipment changeovers, start ups, and shutdowns as directed

Troubleshooting & Repairs (Entry Level)

• Report equipment abnormalities, malfunctions, or safety concerns to Maintenance Technicians or Supervisors
• Assist in troubleshooting basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic issues as skill level allows
• Help prepare tools, parts, and materials needed for maintenance tasks

Documentation & Housekeeping

• Complete assigned work orders and PM documentation accurately and on time
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shops, work areas, and equipment
• Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO), food safety, and sanitation procedures

Other Duties

• Work in confined spaces and elevated areas when properly trained
• Perform other maintenance related duties as assigned to support plant operations

Training & Development

• On-the-job training provided by experienced Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors Progressive skill development with opportunity to advance into a Maintenance Technician role based on performance, skill acquisition, and business needs

Position Specifications/Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work-related experience.
• Technical coursework or enrollment in an industrial maintenance, mechanical, or electrical program preferred

Experience:

• Previous manufacturing, mechanical, construction, farm, or maintenance experience preferred but not required
• Entry-level candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Willingness to learn mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and safety awareness
• Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• Must possess strength, stamina, and mobility to regularly perform heavy physical work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
• Excessive ascending and/or descending of ladders and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms on a regular basis. Body agility is emphasized.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances on a continuous basis.
• Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers on a continuous basis.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist on a regular basis.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching: Regularly bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine continuously.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Includes activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Lifting: Able to lift up to 100lbs occasionally, up to 50lbs regularly.

Working Conditions:

• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.
• Environmental exposure to warehouses stored at ambient (60-70 F), refrigerated (35 F), and frozen (minus 20 F) temperatures, as well as potential exposure to temperatures at or above 120 F.
• There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Subject up to at least 92db's.