Maintenance Tech

Maintenance TechnicianMaintenance of facility equipment including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, light construction, general equipment repair, installation, testing and preventative maintenance.The Maintenance Tech is responsible for:Perform general facility and equipment repairs which may include boiler, HVAC, compressors, pumps, welding, pipe fitting, construction, and facilities dutiesParticipate as a lead or support role in capital projectsMaintain preventive maintenance program and spare parts inventoryMaintain/monitor plant and work area housekeeping standardsApply all product quality and safety standards as well as report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated back-up (applicable to positions working in accordance with specific plant or company certifications).Requirements and Preferred Background/Experience:High school diploma or equivalent requiredAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals requiredMinimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment required, previous experience handling chemicals is preferred.Previous forklift operation required; equipment (skid steer, backhoe, snowplow) preferredComputer skills (MS Office) required, MRP (JDEdwards) and preventative maintenance program experience preferredAbility to obtain required boilers license and/or DOT medical card where requiredPhysical Requirements:Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. 10-20 feet up to 10 times/day; ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, frequently.Must be able to pull/push equipment and/or piping weighing up to 100 pounds into position for 1 -2 minutes up to 40 times a day.Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day.Able to climb ladders and work at heightsAbility to work in a warehouse facility where temperatures may range from 45 up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit; as well as work outside in all weather conditions; snow, rain, wind, and high humidity.Ability to work in confined spaces.Ability to turn, twist, stoop, bend, and reachAbility to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a dayExpected Compensation: $34.00/hr. + 5% bonus eligibilityShift Time: 7:00am-3:30pmHawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.