Repair and Maintenance Tech - 3rd Shift

Headstart Hatching is seeking a diligent and dependable individual to join our team as a Maintenance Technician

This position is offering a Sign On Bonus of $4,000!
The maintenance technician is responsible for ensuring the proper function of all hatchery equipment and facilities. This includes troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical failures, repairs, following preventative maintenance schedules, updating parts inventories, installation of new equipment and general facility management.
Maintenance Services:
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and implement corrective actions promptly.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs of equipment, which includes: incubators, hatchers, HVAC, automation equipment, air compressors, water supply systems and sprayers.
Conduct preventative maintenance tasks for hatchery equipment and the facility.
Maintain and update the spare parts, equipment and tool inventories.
Follow and promote all safety, animal welfare and biosecurity protocols.
Complete any other tasks that are requested by the maintenance supervisor.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following established standards, procedures and addressing mechanical failures in a timely manner.
Participate in routine safety checks of work areas, equipment, tools and the facility to identify and correct any unsafe conditions.
Conducts preventative maintenance tasks on time to reduce hazards.
Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical system failures.
Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.
Basic understanding of industrial maintenance.
Familiarity with mechanical system components.
Knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems.
Understanding of HVAC systems including: boilers, chillers and air handling units.
Willingness to learn computer control systems like SCADA.
Read and understand English.
Capable of standing, walking and bending for 12 hr shift.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair field.

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Technical certifications are preferred: boiler license and/or advanced vocational training. (Company offers education reimbursement opportunities)
Day shift from 5 am-5 pm; night shift from 5 pm-5 am.
Maintenance technicians will work a rotating schedule including weekdays, weekends and holidays as needed.
Fluff is a natural byproduct of hatching birds, which can be spread throughout the facility. Cleaning is very important to maintain a safe environment for the poults, so some washing with hot water may be required which may raise humidity in certain cases. Headstart Hatching is the first turkey hatchery in the world to hatch commercial poults with immediate access to feed and water from the moment the hatchling leaves the egg and throughout their stay from hatch to the farm. This industry-changing technology will eventually be shared with the world, but first we are going to put it to good use for our region’s benefit. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, company paid short-term disability, and company paid life insurance.
Night shift differential and call back pay opportunities