Maintenance Tech I: Machinery & Electrical Repair

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Hamilton (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is a leading practitioner of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients.

The Maintenance Worker 1 role performs preventive and corrective maintenance in the plant under supervision, supporting installations and repairs to ensure continued production. Key duties include assisting in equipment installation, following preventative maintenance schedules, diagnosing faults, and maintaining a clean, safe work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with forklift operation is required.
• Experience in welding, electrical, and mechanical work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the installation of new equipment.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor on special fabrication and construction projects.
• Follows preventative maintenance schedule.
• Performs machine repair and installation tasks such as motor replacement and pump overhaul.
• Diagnoses and replaces equipment parts with minimal direction.
• Maintains clean and safe work area and follows safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Welding

Electrical

Mechanical skills

Control circuits

VFD installation

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational or trade training

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical testing tools

Pumps and gearboxes

Job description

Darling Ingredients Inc. is a leading practitioner of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients.

The Maintenance Worker 1 role performs preventive and corrective maintenance in the plant under supervision, supporting installations and repairs to ensure continued production. Key duties include assisting in equipment installation, following preventative maintenance schedules, diagnosing faults, and maintaining a clean, safe work