Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)

SUMMARY

Northline Seafoods is an innovative seafood processing company located in Bellingham, WA. We are committed to delivering premium, sustainable seafood by innovating the supply chain, fostering trusted partnerships, and preserving value every step of the way.

We are seeking skilled Maintenance Technicians for our night shift to repair, troubleshoot, and maintain a wide variety of plant machinery, mechanical systems, and production equipment. The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in a fast-paced seafood processing environment. Experience with engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and production machinery is preferred.

This temporary position is anticipated to run from mid-December 2026 or early January 2027 through April 2027, with the potential to extend through May based on operational needs.

Night Shift: 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM
Base Pay Rate: $29.00/hour
Night Shift Differential: +$1.00/hour
Night Shift Pay Rate: $30.00/hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant equipment and production machinery.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment in a safe and thorough manner.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and failures on the production floor.
• Perform maintenance tasks involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Help ensure the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and systems.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to employee safety and maintenance safety practices.
• Assist production leads and supervisors with diagnosing equipment malfunctions and operational issues.
• Communicate effectively with maintenance and production employees and share knowledge and troubleshooting techniques.
• Support and participate in continuous improvement projects, events, and committees.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in accordance with SQF and HACCP standards and follow all applicable food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Operate material-handling equipment, including pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and/or scissor lifts, as authorized and trained.
• Follow standard work practices, 5S principles, maintenance GMPs, and proper parts accountability.
• Clean and organize the work area after completing maintenance tasks.
• Assist with equipment cleaning and sanitation as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and prioritize tasks.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• TIG welding experience preferred.
• Background in construction, general contracting, or industrial maintenance preferred.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or seafood processing facility preferred.
• Experience working with conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and production equipment preferred.
• Comfortable with hands-on, physical work with a versatile approach.
• Willingness to assist with a variety of maintenance, cleaning, and equipment sanitation tasks.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Maintenance Technician position operates primarily in a land-based production facility located in Bellingham, WA. 

• Responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of mechanical and electrical systems through proper predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and navigate an industrial facility for extended periods.
• Ability to climb steep ramps and stairs on the freezer barge as needed.
• Ability to occasionally work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.
• Ability to work in environments that may include wet or cold conditions, loud noise, dust, moving machinery, and seasonal temperature fluctuations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.

DISCLAIMER

The above is not intended to list all possible essential functions or requirements as they are subject to change. The employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the above essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these

Northline Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.