Industrial Feed Mill Maintenance Technician

Wayne Farms LLC; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyor systems at our feed mill. You will perform preventative maintenance, interpret blueprints, and troubleshoot to keep equipment operating within specifications.

Under minimal supervision, you will identify root causes, perform repairs, and train entry-level staff while complying with safety policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in industrial machinery maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and schematics required.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.
• Ability to operate/use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate in English required.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate; able to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, conveyor, pump, steam and electrical systems using blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Identify root cause of complex mechanical/electrical issues and perform repairs using welding, fabrication, basic pipefitting and control knowledge.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Search for and present ideas for permanent fixes for recurring problems.
• Identify unsafe conditions; notify appropriate personnel and request assistance if unable to correct.
• Assist with maintaining blueprints, manuals and procedures as needed.
• Operate in compliance with all company policies and safety guidelines.
• Train entry level employees as needed.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Blueprints / schematics

Reading drawings

English language

Self-motivation

Night/weekend shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding

Power tools

Basic pipefitting

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyor systems at our feed mill. You will perform preventative maintenance, interpret blueprints, and troubleshoot to keep equipment operating within specifications.

Under minimal supervision, you will identify root causes, perform repairs, and train entry-level staff while complying with safety policies and regulations.