Facilities Maintenance Technician 2nd & 3rd shift openings

SOFADEX-PURATOS; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician for 2nd & 3rd shifts. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining equipment to ensure safe production. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and possesses strong problem-solving skills. Experience in food manufacturing is preferred, and proficiency in English is required. This position offers competitive compensation based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of manufacturing, facility, or industrial experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, repair, modification, installation, and preventative maintenance on facility equipment.
• Executing work orders and supporting safety and food safety standards.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Additional certifications/licenses

Tools

CMMS

PLC

AC Motor Drives

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician 2nd & 3rd shift openings

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This position involves troubleshooting, repair, modification, installation, and preventative maintenance on facility, packaging, and process equipment. The goal is to ensure safe and efficient production, with responsibilities including executing work orders, supporting safety and food safety standards, and driving operational improvements.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Effective in meeting timelines and productivity goals (quality and quantity of work)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Capable of working under time constraints and managing priorities
• Must troubleshoot manufacturing controls such as PLC, AC Motor Drives, Rockwell Automation, etc.
• Ability to read as-built drawings, blueprints, maintenance logs, and electrical diagrams
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Fundamental computer skills; knowledge of CMMS preferred
• Experience in maintenance and repair of production line equipment
• Skills in welding, fabrication, pneumatics/hydraulics, machinery rebuilding, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of steam and pressure line repairs, air compressors, and filtration systems
• Familiarity with lock-out/tag-out procedures and a strong safety mindset

Minimum Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• Additional certifications/licenses preferred
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes
• 2-4 years of manufacturing, facility, or industrial experience, preferably in food manufacturing
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Overtime may be required based on work demand
• Occasional lifting over 50 pounds
• Own tools required
• Potential exposure to flour/sugar dust; PPE provided
• Loud noise levels in some areas
• Majority of time spent on the plant floor, including outdoor and elevated areas
• Must wear PPE such as hair nets, beard nets, safety shoes, etc.

Compensation: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour, based on skills and experience