Boiler & Maintenance Technician – Day Shift

Pilgrim's; Edinburg (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage (

Paid Time Off

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s in Edinburg, VA is seeking a Boiler Tech/Maintenance Mechanic to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot boilers and steam systems to keep our plant running safely and efficiently. You will follow preventive maintenance schedules, read blueprints, and work as part of a team to quickly diagnose and repair mechanical issues, with welding and fabrication skills a plus.

This role requires readiness for a range of environments, including high heat, cold, and confined spaces, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Electrical background and reading schematics preferred.
• Boiler experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years mechanical and welding experience preferred.
• Protein conversion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor gauges, meters, and sampling; perform water treatment.
• Adjust controls to maintain specified temperatures and pressures.
• Operate valves to control heat, steam, and chemical flows.
• Install and repair valves related to boiler systems.
• Inspect systems for compliance and locate malfunctions.
• Read blueprints and schematics to guide maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and determine corrective actions.
• Perform timely repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Handle emergency repairs and unplanned problems.
• Work in high heat, cold, heights, and confined spaces.
• Lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
• Welding and fabrication skills preferred.
• Collaborate with team to support plant maintenance.

Skills

Electrical background

Boiler experience

Team player

Welding

Power tools use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Mechanical/welding experience (2+ years)

Electrical knowledge preferred

Protein conversion experience preferred

SAP experience

Tools

SAP

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Pilgrim’s in Edinburg, VA is seeking a Boiler Tech/Maintenance Mechanic to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot boilers and steam systems to keep our plant running safely and efficiently. You will follow preventive maintenance schedules, read blueprints, and work as part of a team to quickly diagnose and repair mechanical issues, with welding and fabrication skills a plus.

This role requires readiness for a range of environments, including high heat, cold, and confined spaces, and a commitment to