MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

dfa; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

PTO and holidays

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Career development

Promote from within

Safety shoes & uniforms

Employee referral program

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America, seeks a maintenance technician to diagnose and repair production equipment and support continuous operation. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, read manuals and schematics, and help install new equipment while training operators to reduce downtime.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, documentation accuracy, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 2–4 years hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC/HMI or HVAC.
• Independent worker with minimal supervision; basic computer skills and English fluency.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair production, processing, and packaging equipment—planned, unplanned, and emergency.
• Execute preventative maintenance programs and reliability assessments.
• Interpret schematics, service manuals, and work orders to drive fast, accurate repairs.
• Support new equipment installation and cross-train operators to minimize downtime.
• Identify process improvements and act on them.
• Anticipate parts needs and manage procurement ahead of scheduled tasks.
• Maintain complete documentation in line with SOPs and GMP standards.

Skills

Hands-on skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC/HMI

HVAC

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/technical certification

Job description

Build Your Career

A stable, hands‑on career with one of America\'s largest dairy cooperatives—company‑paid health, dental & vision coverage and a pension plan. No travel. Real autonomy. A team that has your back.

Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms is a farmer‑owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America — a cooperative of more than 12,500 family farm owners. When you join us, you\'re not just maintaining equipment. You\'re helping deliver fresh, wholesome dairy from family farms to families everywhere.

Come make a difference that matters

OUR MECHANICS FOR THIS POSITION HAVE:

• $32.49/Hour starting rate (+OT opportunity)
• Up to $6,240 yearly pension benefit
• No Cost Health, Dental & Vision

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision: Comprehensive company‑sponsored health coverage for you and your family.

• Paid time off:PTO plus paid company holidays

• Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-paidbasic life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.

• Disability Coverage:Short-term and long-term disability protection

• Career Development: Certifications and training — we invest in your growth

• Promote from Within: We develop our own talent first — real advancement for people who show up.

• Safety Shoes & Uniforms:Company‑provided — no out‑of‑pocket cost to you

• Employee Referral Program:Earn rewards when someone you refer joins the team.

• Safety Shoes & Uniforms:Company‑provided, no out‑of‑pocket cost

WHAT YOU\'LL DO:

• Diagnose and repair production, processing, and packaging equipment — planned, unplanned, and emergency
• Execute preventative maintenance programs and routine reliability assessments
• Interpret schematics, service manuals, and work orders to drive fast, accurate repairs
• Support new equipment installation and cross‑train operators to minimize downtime
• Identify process improvement opportunities and take the initiative to act on them
• Anticipate parts needs and manage procurement ahead of scheduled tasks
• Maintain complete, accurate documentation in line with SOPs and GMP standards

WHAT YOU BRING:

Requirement:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2-4 years hands‑on: mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC/HMI, or HVAC
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills; English fluency

Preferred:

• Trade or technical school certification (electrical, PLC/HMI, welding, refrigeration, or plumbing)
• Manufacturing environment background.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

Root-Cause Thinker: You find the real problem, not just the symptom — and fix it once.

Proactive Communicator: You keep teams informed before problems become emergencies.

Continuous Improver: You see a better way and say so — then help make it happen.

An Equal Opportunity Employer