Maintenance Tech III – Evening Shift, PLC & Hydraulics Pro

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Forsyth (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms, Inc. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III to contribute to safe, reliable plant operations. You will diagnose and repair complex machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and support operators to improve overall equipment reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical expertise and continuous learning within the team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00pm - 4:00am, with weekend requirements as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Expert hydraulics, mechanics, electrical, welding and rigging.
• Intermediate PLC proficiency.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Effective written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and optimize production efficiency.
• Provide support to Operators on machine reliability and collaborate with maintenance and production teams.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment setup and production changeovers.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and document issues clearly.
• Adhere to all safety standards and quality protocols.
• Maintain accurate work records and prepare written reports.
• Observe safety precautions and use required protective equipment.

Skills

Hydraulics

Mechanics

Electrical

Welding

Rigging

PLC

Continuous Learning

Communication

QEW Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Job description

Perdue Farms, Inc. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III to contribute to safe, reliable plant operations. You will diagnose and repair complex machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and support operators to improve overall equipment reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical expertise and continuous learning within the team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00pm - 4:00am, with weekend requirements as needed.