Advanced Maintenance Technician - Electrical & Mechanical

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. Fallon is seeking a maintenance technician capable of performing maintenance, overhauls, fabrication, welding, and electrical troubleshooting to keep production and packaging equipment operating safely and efficiently.

You will work with minimal supervision, support new equipment installations, train operators, document repairs clearly, and follow GMP, safety, and quality standards. Strong reading of schematics and problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade/technical schooling preferred in electrical, mechanical, or related areas.
• 2–4 years maintenance/mechanical/electrical experience in manufacturing or similar env.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred.
• Certification or license may be required during employment.
• Experience with PLCs and process control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and/or repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment and related systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections of equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders.
• Support installation of new equipment.
• Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Complete work orders timely with high quality standards.
• Use hand and power tools, meters, and material handling equipment safely.
• Document repairs and maintain SOP-compliant records.
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, and techniques.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through continuous improvement.

Skills

Maintenance

Mechanical

Electrical

Welding

Fabrication

PLC/HMI

Troubleshooting

HVAC

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/Technical school preferred

Tools

Electrical meters

Hand and power tools

Schematic reading

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. Fallon is seeking a maintenance technician capable of performing maintenance, overhauls, fabrication, welding, and electrical troubleshooting to keep production and packaging equipment operating safely and efficiently.

You will work with minimal supervision, support new equipment installations, train operators, document repairs clearly, and follow GMP, safety, and quality standards. Strong reading of schematics and problem solving are essential.