Maintenance Technician

MAC Incorporated; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 28,708 - 40,887; Full time

Job summary

MAC Incorporated is seeking a Maintenance Technician in St. Joseph, Missouri, to oversee prevention maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure safety compliance in a large food manufacturing facility. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, relevant technical training, and experience in wiring, welding, and refrigeration systems. The position offers a pay rate of $25.26 per hour and operates on a Mon-Thurs 5 pm to 3:30 am schedule.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in maintenance or equivalent experience and education.
• Experience in welding, electrical systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of meat processing industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems using testing instruments.
• Document and communicate operational irregularities.

Skills

Wiring motors up to 480 V

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Ammonia refrigeration experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational Technical school

Job description

Maintenance Technician – St. Joseph, Missouri

Job Ref: 41228

Large Food Manufacturing plant is looking for a strong and stable maintenance technician in St. Joseph MO.

Looking for someone with experience wiring motors, working up to 480 V, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics.

Work Schedule: Mon‑Thurs 5 pm — 3:30 am

Pay: $25.26

Job Description

Company is seeking a motivated individual to perform a variety of tasks in any number of areas in the operation, including installation, setup, maintenance and repair of plant equipment and ammonia refrigeration system in the processing of raw materials for the pet food, pharmaceutical and feed industries.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance on production machines, following diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using measuring and testing instruments.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt.
• Maintains all shop, engine rooms, and work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly fashion.
• Completes all assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Assists in updating the PSM & PM programs.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Adheres to safety guidelines and wears all required PPE.
• Adheres to attendance guidelines of the company at the assigned work location.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good working order and stores them properly.
• Performs daily rounds.
• Reports any hazards to management.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Vocational Technical school education.
• 1‑3 years of experience and/or equivalent experience and education.
• Experience in welding, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, ammonia refrigeration, and some building maintenance.
• Experience in the meat processing industry is desired but not required.