Maintenance A

Baker Commodities Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 35,016 - 49,871; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus of $7,500

Paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

A leading rendering company in Seattle is looking for a Maintenance Repair Technician. Key responsibilities include performing welding and cutting on various metals, plumbing repairs, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in industrial maintenance, and their own tools. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and a $7,500 signing bonus! Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance and welding required.
• Knowledge of safe work practices including lock out tag out.
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance repair in the rendering plant.
• Repair and replace motors and gear drives.
• Interact with others in a professional manner.

Skills

Welding

Cutting of metals

Pipefitting

Plumbing repair

Use of hand tools

Use of power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Description

Safely and effectively perform maintenance repair in the rendering plant and facility in a safe and efficient manner as directed by the supervisor.

Please see our website for more information regarding Baker Commodities, Inc. www.bakercommodities.com

Compensation and Benefits

• This position is eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus! (paid in installments over the first 15 months)
• $30.81 per hour salary per year
• Paid medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time,
• Retirement plan available

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform welding and cutting on steel, stainless steel and aluminum
• Must be familiar with safe work practices including but not limited to, lock out tag out, confined space entry, ladder and climbing safety, hot works, etc.
• Repair pipefitting and plumbing
• Repair and replace motors and gear drives
• Repair, rebuild and replace pumps
• Repair high pressure hydraulics, compressed air and steam systems
• Perform general cleaning and painting
• Lift, move and rig heavy/awkward equipment
• Repair, maintain and assist in the operations of waste water, air pollution systems and feed department
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time are business needs evolve over time.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Professional Certifications, Education, Experience and Travel Requirements

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance/repair and welding
• Must have own tools
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Less than 5% travel requirement

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Constantly (over 2/3)

• Lifting and moving of heavy/awkward equipment with and without specialized lifting, moving and rigging equipment
• Communicates with staff verbally and in writing
• Observes and detect equipment and material in need of repair
• Use of hand tools and power tools
• Moving across wet slippery surfaces
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures

Frequently (1/3-2/3)

• Lifting and or rigging over 70 pounds
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Occasionally (under 1/3)

• operate powered industrial vehicles including forktrucks of manlifts
• Work in confined spaces; Must be able to position self to perform duties around industrial equipment and materials

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.