Maintenance Hourly

JBS USA; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim’s in Waco, Texas is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support production by maintaining and testing mechanical equipment. The role emphasizes safe, reliable operation within a USDA/HACCP-compliant environment.

You will read equipment drawings, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to mechanical issues to minimize downtime while keeping the facility clean, safe, and presentable for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential duties safely and efficiently.
• Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read equipment drawings and specs.
• Willingness to work in a safety-conscious environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety, USDA, HACCP and plant rules.
• Construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery and components.
• Identify parts needing replacement.
• Interpret drawings to adjust, maintain or repair machinery.
• Respond to production requests for mechanical issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Facilities maintenance

Reading drawings

Team communication

Education

2-year related experience or training

Job description

Position at Pilgrim’s

JOB TITLE:Maintenance Mechanic

JOB KEY:#40000085

EEO/AAP:6/61

FLSA STATUS: HOURLY

DEPARTMENT:MAINTENANCE

AREA OF USE:WACO PREPARED FOODS FACILITY (Waco, Texas)

Starting Pay $ 21.50

SUMMARY

Absence of any related duties or functions in this document does not imply that incumbent may be exempt from assignments required to support production. The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure external areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and presentable manner.

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first – always.

We have implemented safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are working to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed within our facility. Each day, temperature screens are performed for each employee and visitor before entering the facility. Face coverings are available to all team members and enhanced cleaning and sanitation is regularly performed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as production demands may require.

• Adhere to all safety, USDA, HACCP, and the plane rules and regulations.
• Construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery and components
• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacements parts
• Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments
• Interpret drawings of equipment in order to properly adjust, maintain or repair the machinery
• Respond to requests by production area when mechanical issues with equipment have been identified.
• Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and to determine potential mechanical problems.
• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency, in regards to time as well as resources.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to physically perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Less than high school education; 2 year of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.