Evening Shift Maintenance Hourly

Pilgrim's; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Maintenance team is seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Mechanic to inspect, repair, and maintain machinery in a fast‑paced plant environment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, fabricate parts, and keep detailed records while following strict safety protocols.

The role requires working with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, climbing to elevated areas, and being available for varying shifts, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Technical: Hand/power tools, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprints, CMMS.
• Soft Skills: Problem-solving, attention to detail, communication, teamwork.
• Physical: Stand long hours, lift heavy loads, work in various positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Inspection: Conduct routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics on motors, pumps, valves, and other equipment.
• Repair & Installation: Repair broken components, install new machinery, and perform emergency fixes.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues using observation, testing, and schematics.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and parts inventory.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Blueprints

CMMS

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

Join our Maintenance team and play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality poultry products to customers. In this hands‑on position, Maintenance Mechanic involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining machinery and mechanical systems through preventive checks, troubleshooting faults, and performing repairs or replacements to ensure operational efficiency and minimize downtime, requiring skills in using hand/power tools, understanding mechanics/hydraulics, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Key duties include routine servicing, diagnosing issues, fabricating parts, maintaining records, and collaborating with teams, often requiring physical stamina in manufacturing or industrial environments.

You will operate and fix equipment, maintain a clean work area, and follow all safety and biosecurity guidelines. This is a fast‑paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are key.

If you are dependable, willing to learn, and ready to grow with a company committed to excellence, this is your opportunity to make an impact!

Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Inspection: Conduct routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics on motors, pumps, valves, and other equipment.
• Repair & Installation: Repair broken components, install new machinery, and perform emergency fixes.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues using observation, testing, and schematics.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and parts inventory.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations. Must become familiar with and adhere to all general plant and maintenance mechanic safety policies, within the first 6 months of employment.

• Must have a good work history and attendance record.
• Must have a good history of safe work practices.
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and be on call for plant emergencies as they arise.
• Must be able to work at heights of 40 to 60 feet.
• Must pass M‑4 maintenance test with a score of 80% or higher.
• Must possess basic mechanical abilities.
• Must be able to learn the basic day to day functions of maintenance mechanic within a 45 day trial period.
• Will work with maintenance mechanic operators and learn all safety and machine operation procedures.
• Must do the required paperwork involved with the ongoing mechanical integrity of the ammonia refrigeration system.
• Must have excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Will perform all other duties as directed by Maintenance Management.
• Must obey all USDA, HACCP, plant, and safety rules & regulations.
• Must be directly involved with process safety management and will aid in company compliance with all government regulations concerning maintenance.
• Must have or purchase and maintain all tools required to work in this position.
• Must communicate to Refrigeration management any situation or issues needing to be addressed on a daily basis.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Technical: Proficiency with hand/power tools, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprints, and CMMS.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem‑solving, attention to detail, communication, and teamwork.
• Physical: Ability to stand long hours, lift heavy loads, and work in various positions.

What You’ll Need:

• Must pass Hazwoper training.
• Must pass Confined Space training.
• Must pass pulmonary function and respirator fit test.
• Must pass Hazmat physical.
• Must possess and demonstrate the following basic electrical skills: How to use a standard volt/ohm meter, How to read and use an amp probe, Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics, Must be able to troubleshoot 110, 220, and 480‑volt 3 phase electrical circuits. Must demonstrate basic welding skills.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Previous training experience preferred; positive and motivated attitude.

Skills:

Strong communication skills and professional demeanor; ability to work in hot/cold environments and stand for long periods; excellent organizational and time management skills; flexible schedule (including weekends as needed); independent, confident, and reliable with great attendance.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

Schedule: Mon‑Fri 3-11pm, Saturday 7-3pm with occasional weekends and holidays.

Benefits:

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company‑observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base hourly salary : $ 21.35 plus $1.50 shift difference.

Career Development:

• Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; Better Futures.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post‑offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value‑added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

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 are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity.

EOE, including disability/vets.

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