Maintenance Mechanic

Perdue Farms; Cofield (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue AgriBusiness is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for its Cofield, NC facility. The role includes performing maintenance duties, diagnosing equipment failures, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and experience in equipment repair. The position offers competitive wages and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and make repairs.
• Valid state driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Respond to after-hours emergency breakdowns.
• Compile repair paperwork including work orders.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Equipment repair

Fabrication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced electrical training

Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Perdue AgriBusiness has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic at our facility located in Cofield, NC.

This position is responsible for performing assigned maintenance duties within scope of classification to include equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, emergency breakdown, and equipment failure..

Perdue AgriBusiness offers competitive wages and benefit packages to full-time, regular positions.

Principal And Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment
• Diagnose failures to mechanical equipment and make repairs
• Rebuild mechanical equipment
• Fabricate sheet metal.
• Compile and complete paperwork relative to repairs to include but not limited to work orders, time cards, and job cards
• Perform all work within safety guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies as well as company policies
• Respond to calls after hours and on weekends to repair mechanical equipment failures
• Perform other tasks assigned task as assigned
  
  

Preferred Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Advanced electrical training preferred
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Valid state drivers license
• Satisfactory DOT drug test and physical
  
  

Environmental Factors And Physical Requirements

• Able to move freely throughout the AgriBusiness facilities to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150')
• climbing vertical ladders, carrying tools and equipment (0-100 pounds)
• exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available)
• Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus. Required to travel to remote AgriBusiness facilities.
  
  

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.