Maintenance Worker 1

Maintenance WorkerThe Maintenance Worker performs preventive and corrective maintenance in the plant under management supervision.Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesAssists in the installation of new equipment.Assists the Maintenance Supervisor and/or other personnel on special fabrication and construction projects.Follows preventative maintenance schedule.If above level 1 maintenance, you will Trains Level 1 Maintenance personnel.Performs machine repair and installation such as replacing motors, rebuilding gear boxes, run threaded piping, run weld piping, overhaul pumps, replace packing shaft seals on cookers and pumps, welds and uses cutting torch.Conducts daily greasing and oiling of plant equipment.Diagnosis and replacement of equipment parts with little or no direction.Ability to diagnose and repair control circuits and VFD installation.Maintains clean, neat, and orderly work area at all times.Responsible for using assigned personal protective equipment and required safety equipment; responsible for being familiar with and observing all Company safety rules and regulations.Attends regularly scheduled safety meetings and may be asked to serve on Safety Committee.Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDExperience in operating a forklift.Experience in welding, electrical, and mechanicals.Preferred Qualifications2 years' experience with similar equipment preferred.Basic knowledge of general maintenance and equipment operations.Welding proficiency in MIG and Stick as well as vertical and overhead.Proficiency in control power electric.General mechanical aptitude; able to diagnosis and repair problems with motors and other equipment.Good math skills; add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsFrequently exposed to high noise levels, strong odors, varying temperatures, and biohazardous conditions.Requires prolonged sitting and movement throughout office/work locations, as well as occasional use of computers and office equipment.Must frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb or balance.Must be able to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100lbs.Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: