Maintenance Mechanic - Bellingham Plant

Trident Seafoods; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Trident Seafoods in Washington state is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain motors, conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and related equipment under guidance of experienced staff. This role emphasizes developing foundational maintenance skills and preventive maintenance in a production setting.

This is a full-time position offering opportunities for growth within a globally active seafood company and includes comprehensive benefits and safety-focused work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum one year of industrial maintenance or related experience; or completion of a technical trades program.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in food manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Assists in dismantling devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines parts for wear and defects.
• Performs preventive maintenance activities according to established schedules.
• Repairs or replaces basic mechanical components under supervision.
• Lubricates and cleans parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications.
• Assists with installation and setup of equipment and replacement components.
• Uses basic hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring devices safely.
• Maintains work areas in a clean and safe condition and follows food safety, environmental, and safety requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

One-year technical certificate in Industrial Maintenance or related field

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Overview

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

Overview

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Mechanic I troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains machinery and mechanical and electrical equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and production equipment under the guidance of experienced maintenance personnel. This position focuses on developing foundational maintenance skills while supporting plant operations through preventive maintenance and routine equipment repairs.

Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic I troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains machinery and mechanical and electrical equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and production equipment under the guidance of experienced maintenance personnel. This position focuses on developing foundational maintenance skills while supporting plant operations through preventive maintenance and routine equipment repairs.

Essential Functions: (Responsibilities, Tasks, Supervisory Needs)

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.


• Assists in dismantling devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.


• Examines parts for wear and defects.


• Performs preventive maintenance activities according to established schedules.


• Repairs or replaces basic mechanical components under supervision.


• Lubricates and cleans parts, equipment, and machinery.


• Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications.


• Assists with installation and setup of equipment and replacement components.


• Uses basic hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring devices safely.


• Maintains work areas in a clean and safe condition and follows food safety, environmental, and safety requirements.


• The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive. The organization may assign other duties as needed to meet business requirements.


• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience. Commuter and transit programs are also available.

Qualifications

Travel/On-Call Requirements:

Not specified in source draft; may vary by business need.

Required Qualifications: (Education, Years of Experience, Certifications)

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Minimum one (1) year of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, mechanical, military, agricultural, marine, or related experience; OR completion of a technical trades program.

Preferred Education & Experiences:

• One-year technical certificate in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or related field.


• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain.


• Experience in food manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong communication skills.


• Exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, and packaging equipment.


• Familiarity with CMMS systems.


• Demonstrated commitment to safety and food safety.


• Basic understanding of Lock Out/Tag Out, lubrication, pneumatics, bearing handling, power transmission, conveyor systems, and standard shop equipment.


• Basic computer literacy.


• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.


• Ability to learn troubleshooting techniques and maintenance best practices.


• Ability to read maintenance instructions and safety procedures.Ability to safely use hand and power tools.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Work Environment:

Production Environment.

Work Ability Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee may occasionally be required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift materials or equipment.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including F-1 STEM-OPT authorization.

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Trident Seafoods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted.

Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.

Pay Range

USD $30.00 - USD $36.00 /Hr.