Industrial Maintenance Tech: Keep Production Running

Bazooka Farmstar; Washington (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bazooka Farmstar is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Washington, IA facility. The role covers installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of production and facility equipment to support 7-day operations.

On-call support may be required after hours to ensure uptime. Responsibilities include using tools, reading manuals, maintaining safety, and coordinating maintenance activities to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma.
• AA degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance is a plus, and/or 5 years of industrial maintenance related experience.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 75 pounds consistently with heavier weight necessary at times.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead in installing and maintaining production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Perform mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Coordinate equipment purchases and installations, including materials.
• Schedule and ensure that general maintenance is completed without causing production downtime.
• Provide technical support to daily plant operations to ensure safety and efficiency.

Skills

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Valid driver’s license

Self-motivated

Able to work independently

Education

AA degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance

Job description

Bazooka Farmstar is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Washington, IA facility. The role covers installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of production and facility equipment to support 7-day operations.

On-call support may be required after hours to ensure uptime. Responsibilities include using tools, reading manuals, maintaining safety, and coordinating maintenance activities to minimize downtime.