Industrial Maintenance Technician - On-Call & Safety-Minded

Darling Ingredients; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients is seeking a Maintenance Technician at our rendering facility to assist in installation of new equipment and support the Maintenance Supervisor on projects. This role requires 1–2 years of hands-on maintenance experience with forklift operation, welding and piping skills, and the ability to work nights or weekends as needed.

Safety is emphasized. Candidates should be able to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical components, follow preventive maintenance schedules, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years+ maintenance experience including forklift operation.
• Experience welding and piping.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation of new equipment.
• Perform machine repair and installation (motors, gear boxes, pumps).
• Follow preventative maintenance schedule.
• Train Level 1 Maintenance personnel.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and follow safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Welding

Piping

Mechanical aptitude

Control power electrical

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational school training

Tools

Welding tools

Cutting torch

VFD installation tools

Job description

Darling Ingredients is seeking a Maintenance Technician at our rendering facility to assist in installation of new equipment and support the Maintenance Supervisor on projects. This role requires 1–2 years of hands-on maintenance experience with forklift operation, welding and piping skills, and the ability to work nights or weekends as needed.

Safety is emphasized. Candidates should be able to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical components, follow preventive maintenance schedules, and