MAINTENANCE HOURLY

JBS USA; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

JBS USA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Omaha to inspect, maintain, and repair machinery used in the facility. You will disassemble equipment for maintenance, operate hoists, and perform routine preventive tasks while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires basic computer skills and the ability to work with hydraulic/pneumatic systems, with overtime and weekend hours possible as needed. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Requires basic mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability to read manuals and schematics.
• Experience in food industry is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to work in varied temperatures and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test machinery to ensure proper functioning.
• Dismantle machines to access defective parts using hand/power tools.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on drives, motors, belts, and pumps.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls and repair as needed.
• Operate hoists and other lifting equipment safely.
• Close collaboration with Maintenance Supervisor for repairs.
• Document maintenance activities and report issues.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE at all times.

Skills

Machinery inspection

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting electrical controls

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Use of power tools

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hoists

Job description

Description

• Inspect and test machinery to ensure proper functioning
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear replacing worn, damaged or defective mechanical parts as needed
• Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, hand tools, or power tools
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair
• Operate hoists or other moving or lifting equipment
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or performing other preventive maintenance
• Inspect mechanical components to identify problems
• Trouble shoot electrical controls and components and repair as needed

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Omaha

Reporting to: Maintenance Supervisor

Essential Job Functions

• Inspect and test machinery to ensure proper functioning
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear replacing worn, damaged or defective mechanical parts as needed
• Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, hand tools, or power tools
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair
• Operate hoists or other moving or lifting equipment
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or performing other preventive maintenance
• Inspect mechanical components to identify problems
• Trouble shoot electrical controls and components and repair as needed

Experience Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, preferred but not required
• 2-3 years of industrial mechanic experience in a food industry environment preferred but not required
• All relevant experience will be considered

Skills/Abilities Required

• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to climb ladders, lift heavy objects, work with a variety of hand and power tools and shop machines
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures
• Knowledge of manufacturing/packaging equipment including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, valves, cylinders, labeling equipment and conveyors
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and the ability to learn quickly
• Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime and some weekends

JBS is an equal opportunity employer.

EOE, including disability/ vets