Entry-Level Maintenance Technician — Grow to Tier 1 Tech

UNC Dairy; Town of West Seneca (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

West Seneca Plant (UNC) in West Seneca, NY is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to support fundamental maintenance tasks with on-the-job training to advance to a Tier 1 level.

You will assist in troubleshooting, perform lubrication and inspections, and help maintain safety practices including lockout/tagout. This role requires physical capability and a willingness to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• No prior experience is required; on-the-job training provided.
• Willingness to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and repairs.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other machinery parts.
• Repair and maintain the physical condition of the facility.
• Perform proper lockout/tagout on all equipment.
• Assist in laying out, assembling, installing, and preparing hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Set up and operate tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, jigs, and fixtures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Valves

Electrical components

OSHA 10

Mechanical skills

Hand tools

Blueprints

Math basics

Maintenance software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprints/Schematics

Maintenance software

Job description

West Seneca Plant (UNC) in West Seneca, NY is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to support fundamental maintenance tasks with on-the-job training to advance to a Tier 1 level.

You will assist in troubleshooting, perform lubrication and inspections, and help maintain safety practices including lockout/tagout. This role requires physical capability and a willingness to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays.