Maintenance Technician

Maintenance MechanicThe Maintenance Mechanic must possess the desire and ability to maintain all plant equipment. As a member of the Bozeman team the Maintenance Mechanic will be a partner in the Operations Division. The Maintenance Mechanic's role is to perform repairs and preventative maintenance on all plant equipment. Pay rate: $33 per hour + $1.00 shift differential $5/hour potential with certifications for ammonia, boiler and electrical certifications that can be earned in-house. $2,000 sign on bonus! Schedule: 2 pm to 12 am on 4–10-hour shifts across 7 days (Sun - Sat) with 3 days off (at least two consecutive days off) during each week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned) · Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions · Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance · Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment. · Proficient in process instrumentation including troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and calibration · Read, understand and troubleshoot using electrical schematics · General electrical troubleshooting of 24v, 110v, 220v and 480v systems · Understand the theory behind process flow Knowledge, Skills and Abilities · Highly proficient and experienced in troubleshooting, PLC s, electrical controls, instrumentation · Knowledgeable in the areas of mechanical machinery, steam, boiler, pneumatic & hydraulic operations · Read/understand blueprints, electrical schematics and equipment manuals · Strong team, verbal, and written skills · Must be available ALL DAYS, ALL SHIFTS · Sanitary welding experience preferred · Boiler and/or Refrigeration experience preferred Education, Experience, and Certifications · Min. 3 yrs. exp. in mechanical/electrical maintenance, or instrumentation certificate · Food background preferred, specifically dairy · Experience in a variety of manufacturing areas (production, logistics), within consumer products.