Hatchery Maintenance Hourly

Jobvite, Inc.; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Bonus program

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Hatchery is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and repair incubation, vaccination, process, and HVAC systems as well as automated process controls. The role emphasizes PMs, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement within a dynamic hatchery environment.

Base salary is +/- based on experience, with benefits including vision, medical, dental after 60 days, 401(k) matching, and a discretionary bonus program. Willingness to travel for training is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school preferred.
• Industrial maintenance experience and ability to read schematics.
• Experience with electrical controls and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, PM’s and repair automated and electrical controls during shift.
• Test malfunctioning machinery and diagnose with leadership.
• Maintain SAP records for equipment and repairs.
• Fabricate steel components and repair equipment/structures as needed.
• Perform PM, maintenance and repairs on HVAC units.
• Identify improvement opportunities and participate in CI projects.
• Maintain building, office, and grounds at the Hatchery.
• Willing to travel for continued technical training.

Skills

Electrical skills

Motor controls

VFDs

HVAC

PLC troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems

Robotics

Welding stainless steel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

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

The Hatchery Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing and performing maintenance PM’s and repairs for incubation, vaccination, process, and HVAC systems as well as all automated process control systems at the Hatchery.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor, maintain, PM’s and repair all automated and electrical controls throughout the shift for proper operation and makes necessary adjustments and repairs to maximize the efficiency of the equipment at the Hatchery.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses with leadership to diagnose and repair malfunctioning equipment.
• Monitor all operating equipment during processing.
• Maintain SAP), along with maintaining proper records on all equipment.
• Fabricate steel components; repair, modify, and construct equipment and structure as needed; including initiating work orders.
• Performs PM, maintenance, and repair to HVAC units.
• Performs routine daily checks on equipment. Responsible to identify improvement opportunities, communicating those to leadership team and participating in continuous improvement projects.
• Performs maintenance on building, office, and grounds at the Hatchery.
• Continues to build skill sets utilizing Impact training, certifications, etc.
• Assists in other project work or departments as assigned.
• Other duties may be assigned .

EXPECTATIONS

• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, and safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
• Must be willing to become confined space certified
• Must be willing to travel for continued technical training
• Must be able to wear a full‑face respirator to make repairs in the presence of formaldehyde

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Understand safety and quality standards.
• LOTO trained.
• Electrical skills required (24-volt, 110-volt, 240-volt, and 480-volt) be able to trace circuitry and read electrical schematics
• Experience with motor controls and VFD’s required.
• HVAC skills necessary
• PLC troubleshooting and repair skill preferred
• Knowledge of pneumatic air systems necessary
• Experience in robotics, plumbing and welding stainless steel a plus.
• Considerable ability to analyze, evaluate and resolve complicated maintenance problems.
• Considerable ability to operate power tools and machinery.
• Ability to work at elevated heights.
• Have the ability to work with minimal direct supervision.
• 3-5 years previous industrial equipment maintenance experience
• Must be able to work in a dusty atmosphere along with temperature extremes and exposure to chemicals.
• Will provide specialized training where needed.
• Ability to support and provide coverage on other shift(s) if needed.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Technical school preferred.

BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1-2 years industrial maintenance experience
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment
• General mathematic ability required to perform job
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures

Why Work for Pilgrim’s ?

• Schedule: Monday – Friday with occasional weekends;
• 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 salary : +/- based on experience.
• Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s tri‑annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
• 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; and

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.