Maintenance Mechanic III — Reliability & Downtime Leader

Perdue Farms; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx

401(k) with employer match after 1 yr

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability protection

Paid time off

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III to ensure reliable, high-performance operations by maintaining and optimizing equipment that drives production. You will diagnose complex issues, perform advanced repairs, and lead preventive maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently.

This role supports production continuity, requires hands-on expertise, and a commitment to safe, efficient operations in a poultry processing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong reading, communication, math, writing, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, conveyor systems and industrial machinery.
• Proficient in at least six of the listed areas (welding, pumps, electrical, filters, shop equipment, millwright, sheet metal).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize equipment to ensure reliable production.
• Diagnose complex issues and perform advanced repairs.
• Lead preventive maintenance and support production continuity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Strong math ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years technical college

Tools

Cut and weld

Pumps

Electrical wiring and motors

Filter systems

Shop equipment operation

Millwright

Sheet metal fabrication

Job description

Perdue Foods is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III to ensure reliable, high-performance operations by maintaining and optimizing equipment that drives production. You will diagnose complex issues, perform advanced repairs, and lead preventive maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently.

This role supports production continuity, requires hands-on expertise, and a commitment to safe, efficient operations in a poultry processing environment.