$28-$40-MAINTENANCE TECH- 1ST SHIFT

JBS Foods; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan

Better Futures Program

Onsite Cafeteria

Career development opportunities

Job summary

JBS Foods in Mason, OH is seeking a Maintenance Tech for 1st shift. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing high-speed production line equipment to ensure safe, efficient operations.

You will read engineering drawings, work with PLCs and control systems, and perform preventive maintenance. The position requires flexibility for overtime and a strong safety mindset with the ability to operate in a wet, cold environment.

Qualifications

• Industrial / commercial electrical background with high-speed production line experience.
• Strong maintenance knowledge across electrical, mechanical and control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, layout, install & maintain electrical equipment and troubleshoot controls.
• Proficient with PLCs and electrical test equipment; able to work across temperatures.
• Willing to work unscheduled hours during emergencies and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production line equipment.
• Inspect, maintain and repair electromechanical and electrical equipment using meters and tools.
• Provide maintenance services ensuring equipment is in good repair and safe operating condition.
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and wiring according to NEC and standards.
• Maintain and repair electrical systems for facilities and production equipment.
• Perform high voltage switching and operate generators to support operations.
• Read and interpret drawings to install, calibrate and maintain equipment.
• Install and maintain drives, PLCs and control panels; calibrate process controls.
• Repair or replace faulty electrical equipment and meters, panels and controls.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical ability

Blueprints & schematics

PLC knowledge

High voltage safety

Electrical test equipment

Multi-meter use

Production line maintenance

Emergency availability

Basic programming & software

Tools

Multimeter

Electrical test meters

Job description

Description

Maintenance Tech

JBS is seeking an hourly Maintenance Tech 1st Shift Team Member! Position starts at $28-$40 per hour based on experience.

Benefits Include

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Better Futures Program
• Onsite Cafeteria
• Career development opportunities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Troubleshoot and repair production line equipment.
2. Inspect, maintain repair and overhaul electromechanical and solid-state electrical equipment, using a variety of electrical test equipment, meters, powered and non-powered tools and equipment.
3. Provides maintenance services ensuring that all equipment is in good repair and in a safe operating condition
4. Install new electrical and electronic equipment and electrical wiring according to the National Electrical Code and company electrical standards.
5. Maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems for Project facilities and production equipment.
6. Perform high voltage switching and operate generators in support of operations.
7. Determine the existence of electrical hazards and problems. Safely isolate, ground, and prepare circuits and electrical apparatus to enable repairs.
8. Troubleshoot and maintain motor control centers, motor start circuits, control loops, generators, high voltage switchgear, protective relaying, and related equipment.
9. Read/interpret engineering drawings and manuals to install, calibrate and maintain electrical apparatus. Work from complex engineering and manufacturers drawings or manuals to complete projects and assigned work.
10. Install electrical conduit, pull and terminate wiring.
11. Install and maintain control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, circuit breakers, and control panels.
12. Install and maintain drive systems such as variable frequency drives, eddy current, and DC drives. Install and maintain programmable logic control systems (PLC). Interpret and/or modify PLC control logic as necessary. Install and calibrate pressure, temperature, flow, and level controls.
13. Repair or replace faulty electrical equipment, including electronic controls, meters, outlets, and panels.
14. Assist in establishing and maintaining scheduled maintenance programs for plant equipment. Maintain records, update drawings, and develop safety procedures.
15. Other duties as assigned in support of the plant Maintenance departments.

Qualifications

1. Industrial / commercial electrical background with high-speed production line experience.
2. Must have working knowledge of all areas of maintenance and advanced mechanical ability.
3. Must have strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to read blueprints, layout, install & maintain a wide variety of new and existing electrical equipment and processes troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing & electrical controls
5. Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures and conditions.
6. Must have good working knowledge of Program Logic Controllers (PLC).
7. Must be able to provide the required tools at personal expense.
8. Must be able to use multi meter accurately and safely.
9. 3-5 years of experience in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of production line equipment.
10. Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, including high-voltage switchgear, protective relaying, grounding procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, safety procedures, and electrical test equipment.
11. Ability to work unscheduled hours during emergencies and/or unusual situations (24 hours/ 7 days week when needed).
12. Knowledge of computer software/hardware with basic programming is highly desirable.

Work Environment

ACTIVITIES:

Very active position, requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day

HEARING:

Must be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.

REPETITIVE MOTION:

Must be able to frequently and regularly use wrists, hands, and or fingers.

VISUAL ABILITIES:

Acute close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH:

Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds throughout the day.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to work for long hours in a no-kill food processing environment, where it is wet, damp, and cold. Employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their workdays.

About JBS

JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Our Mission

To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our Core Values

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

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