Maintenance 3 Electrician B 3rd

Job Summary

*The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems within a meat processing facility. This position supports production operations by ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

* *Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on:* + *Conveyors and material handling systems* + *Overhead chain systems* + *Processing and packaging equipment* + *Electrical systems and controls* + *Boilers and steam-related systems (if qualified)* + *Engine room and facility utilities* * *Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical malfunctions* * *Replace or repair defective parts, components, and systems* * *Perform equipment adjustments and calibrations*

*Troubleshooting*

• *Identify root causes of equipment failures*
• *Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues*
• *Respond promptly to production downtime events*

*Safety & Compliance*

• *Follow all safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)*
• *Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)*
• *Maintain compliance with OSHA, USDA, and facility safety standards*
• *Maintain safe and clean work practices*

*Documentation & Reporting*

• *Complete maintenance work orders and logs*
• *Document repairs, parts usage, and maintenance activities*
• *Communicate equipment issues to supervisors*

*General Responsibilities*

• *Maintain tools and maintenance areas*
• *Assist with equipment installations and upgrades*
• *Support continuous improvement initiatives*
• *Work collaboratively with production and sanitation teams*

*Required Qualifications*

• *High school diploma or equivalent required*
• *Technical training or maintenance certification preferred*
• *Experience in industrial maintenance preferred*
• *Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems*
• *Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and diagrams*
• *Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred*
• *Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities*
• *Reliable attendance and punctuality*

*Physical Requirements*

• *Ability to lift up to* *50 pounds*
• *Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and reach*
• *Ability to work in cold, wet, hot, and noisy environments*
• *Ability to work around machinery and moving equipment*

*Work Environment*

* *Meat processing/manufacturing facility* * *Exposure to:* + *Cold and wet production areas* + *Extremely Hot production areas* + *Mechanical equipment and conveyors* + *Electrical systems* + *Boiler/engine room conditions* + *Noise and industrial hazards*

*Shift & Schedule:*

• *Shift:* *1**st* */ 2**nd* */ 3**rd*
• *Schedule:* *Monday to Saturday, you will work up to 10 to 12 hours a day*