Maintenance Mechanic II (49245)

Holly Poultry; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Holly Poultry, Inc. in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II to maintain and repair plant equipment, conveyors, and processing lines within a USDA-regulated environment.

The role requires hands-on mechanical, electrical, and safety expertise, with 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience and a trade school certification or equivalent. This is a full-time, 2nd shift position in a food production setting.

Qualifications

• Trade school certification or equivalent maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Proficient with hand tools, multimeters, and basic fabrication.
• Familiar with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work at heights.
• Must pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test and background screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, conveyors, pumps, and processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Read manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Replace worn components and assist with new machinery installations.
• Document maintenance activities and ensure safety compliance.
• Mentor junior mechanics and coordinate with supervisors.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Safety compliance

Welding

Education

Trade School Certification or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Location: 2121 Wicomico Street - Baltimore, MD. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: Other. Salary Range: $26.00 - $32.00Hourly. Job Shift: 2nd shift. Job Category: Manufacturing.

One Fine Family is built on a simple belief — everyone deserves great chicken at a great price. Proudly based in Baltimore for more than 60 years, we’ve grown into a family of brands united by that purpose. One Fine Chicken delivers"Better Chicken for Everyone"with premium quality at an incredible value. Easy Street brings bold, globally inspired flavors to everyday meals, capturing the vibrant spirit of street food culture. Holly Poultry, our food service brand, has earned the trust of some of the nation’s most beloved restaurants, including Raising Cane’s, Hattie B’s, Royal Farms, and Nando’s, by providing fresh, high-quality poultry with unmatched confidence and reliability. Rooted in community and driven by purpose, One Fine Family proudly gives back, donating more than 300,000 pounds of chicken each year to local food banks and charities -- because better chicken should make life better for everyone.

Join us and be a part of something bigger. At One Fine Family, we are united by purpose, fueled by passion, and committed to making a difference. Together, we’re shaping the future of food — one plate, one person, and One Fine Family at a time.

We are currently hiring for: Maintenance Mechanic 2.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic II is a mid-level position responsible for performing skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems. This role requires working knowledge of food production equipment, preventive maintenance, and safety practices. Maintenance Mechanic II is expected to work independently on routine tasks and mentor junior mechanics.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, conveyors, pumps, and food processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Replace worn or faulty components such as bearings, belts, and sensors.
• Support installation of new machinery or production lines.
• Document maintenance activities via work orders/logs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, USDA, and food safety standards.
• Mentor Mechanic I staff on safety and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with supervisors to minimize downtime.
• Participate in on-the-job training and technical coursework as required.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Set up all equipment in both buildings.
• Tig welding/Mig welding/Fabrication.
• Electrical trouble shooting/control wiring.
• Plumbing (replace valves, piping, installing water drops, etc).
• Mechanical (repairing or replacing gear reducers, etc.)
• Take test for level 3 and pass.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Required

• Trade School Certification or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Proficient with hand tools, multimeters, and basic fabrication
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, and background screen.

Preferred

• Technical certificate in industrial maintenance or mechatronics
• Experience in a USDA-regulated facility
• PLC and control systems knowledge
• OSHA 10/30 certification

Holly Poultry, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.