Industrial Hatchery Systems Technician

DeKalb Health; Colorado; On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Premium Poultry in Fremont, NE is seeking a Hatchery Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, construct and modify industrial hatchery machinery, including electrical components. The role reports to the Hatchery Maintenance Supervisor and is non-exempt.

You will monitor equipment, use hand and power tools, read blueprints, review work orders, assist with installation of new equipment, train peers, and pursue safety and cost-improvement goals in a refrigerated environment of 45–50°F.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience using hand and power tools and reading blueprints.
• Proficient with tape measures; basic electrical knowledge.
• Basic math skills; comfortable with computers (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments (45–50°F).
• Strong communication and safety awareness in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hatchery equipment to ensure proper function and repair as needed.
• Use hand and power tools to diagnose, adjust, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Review work orders and document work performed.
• Assist with installing or modifying equipment as required.
• Provide training to peers as needed by maintenance lead or supervisor.
• Identify cost reduction, quality improvement and yield opportunities.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Tape measure reading

Basic math

Computer literacy (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Mechatronics/Electrical/Welding or similar

Tools

Tape measure

Industrial blueprints

Forklift operation

Job description

Lincoln Premium Poultry in Fremont, NE is seeking a Hatchery Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, construct and modify industrial hatchery machinery, including electrical components. The role reports to the Hatchery Maintenance Supervisor and is non-exempt.

You will monitor equipment, use hand and power tools, read blueprints, review work orders, assist with installation of new equipment, train peers, and pursue safety and cost-improvement goals in a refrigerated environment of 45–50°F.