Maintenance Mechanic A

Socket.dev; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

HP Hood in the United States is seeking a maintenance technician to install, maintain and repair machinery, equipment, and electrical systems in a food & beverage plant. The role follows a swing shift: two weeks 5:00 am–1:30 pm and two weeks 11:00 am–7:30 pm.

Qualified applicants will have a High School Diploma or GED and strong mechanical experience, welding, electrical, boilers, refrigeration, and PLC troubleshooting skills, plus good analytical and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Extensive mechanical experience and aptitude.
• Experience with welding, electrical, boilers, refrigeration and PLC troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair plant machinery and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot pumps, boilers, steam, water, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform light welding, grinding and cutting; follow safety guidelines.
• Work with minimal supervision and possibly overtime/weekend/holiday work.
• Contribute to preventative maintenance procedures and wastewater treatment operations.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Welding

Electrical

Boilers

Refrigeration

PLC troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repairs to machinery, equipment, physical structures, and electrical systems.

Shift: Swing Shift; 2 weeks 5:00 am - 1:30 pm & 2 weeks 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

Essential Functions:

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of safety areas reviewed in the safety orientation program.
• Perform a variety of installations and preventative maintenance on plant and facility equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment including electrical and plumbing, insuring equipment is in good repair and in a safe operating condition.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair pumps, boilers, steam system, water system, hydraulic system, pneumatic system, and any fluid system as applies.
• Be familiar with the plant facility and general operations of same.
• Handle tools and equipment properly and to use required protective gear.
• Perform light welding, grinding and cutting.
• Comply with all Federal State and Company Safety Guidelines and procedures.
• Participate in the development of preventative maintenance procedures for various pieces of equipment.
• Responsible for wastewater treatment operations.
• Work with little supervision.
• Some overtime and/or weekend work may be required, as well as holiday work.

General:

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned duties following "Good Manufacturing Practices."
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• High level of demonstrated mechanical experience and aptitude required.
• Experience with welding, electrical, boilers, refrigeration, machinery repair and PLC troubleshooting and programs.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be self motivated.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is

$39.26—$40.52 USD

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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