Maintenance Tech III – Welding & Equipment Expert

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Wahoo (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Worker 3 to perform preventive and corrective maintenance in the plant under supervision. The role requires advanced welding, piping and fabrication skills and the ability to diagnose problems with motors and equipment.

You'll follow safety rules, operate meters, support maintenance team, and participate in safety meetings. High school diploma or GED required; minimum six years' experience in rendering or similar equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 6 years experience with rendering or other similar equipment.
• Advanced welding, piping and fabrication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the installation of new equipment.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor and/or other personnel on special fabrication and construction projects.
• Follows preventative maintenance schedule.
• Trains Level 1 and 2 Maintenance personnel.
• Troubleshoots and repairs process machinery and hydraulic equipment.
• Changes electrical breakers and electrical starters; operates voltage, amp, and ohm meters.
• Maintains clean, neat and orderly work area at all times.
• Responsible for using assigned safety equipment including a bump cap, safety glasses or goggles, welding protection, and a safety harness; responsible for being familiar with and observing all Company safety rules and regulations.
• Attends regularly scheduled safety meetings and may be asked to serve on Safety Committee.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced welding

Piping and fabrication

General mechanical aptitude

Good math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Worker 3 to perform preventive and corrective maintenance in the plant under supervision. The role requires advanced welding, piping and fabrication skills and the ability to diagnose problems with motors and equipment.

You'll follow safety rules, operate meters, support maintenance team, and participate in safety meetings. High school diploma or GED required; minimum six years' experience in rendering or similar equipment.