Maintenance Tech I: Equipment Repair & Troubleshooting

Simmons Pet Food Inc; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Tech I to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance within the facility.

The role requires lifting 75–150 pounds, working in extreme temperatures, and collaborating with engineers and vendors to ensure reliable production support. Candidates should have vocational training in welding or mechanical/electrical repair, with preference for poultry or food processing experience and strong communication and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Industry preference: poultry or food processing.
• Competencies: communication skills and decision quality.

Responsibilities

• Repairs or replaces equipment to meet production needs.
• Troubleshoots equipment with engineers and vendors; performs layout work for projects.
• Adheres to safety policies and government regulations for safety, environment, and handling of food products.
• Participates in team development, communications, and policy implementation to optimize efficiency and synergy.
• Follows Simmons operating systems and continuously supports Lean principles.

Skills

Welding

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Safety

Lean/CI

Communication

Job description

Simmons Pet Food Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Tech I to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance within the facility.

The role requires lifting 75–150 pounds, working in extreme temperatures, and collaborating with engineers and vendors to ensure reliable production support. Candidates should have vocational training in welding or mechanical/electrical repair, with preference for poultry or food processing experience and strong communication and decision-making skills.