Maintenance Technician

Empirical Foods; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Empirical Foods in Nebraska is seeking a Maintenance employee to support routine and preventative maintenance of plant machinery. The role involves servicing air systems, refrigeration units, hydraulic tanks, compressors, and condensers, as well as assisting with installation, testing, and continuous improvement projects.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of plant maintenance experience, a High School diploma or equivalent, basic electrical knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 60

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of plant maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks according to procedures and schedules.
• Repair, service, test and adjust equipment (air systems, refrigeration, hydraulics, compressors, condensers).
• Operate and maintain material handling equipment when required.
• Identify and report problems to maintenance management for direction or coordination.
• Assist with installation, testing, and improvement projects.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Material handling equipment cert

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Refrigeration systems knowledge

Job description

Maintenance employees assist with all maintenance functions within the plant. This position performs regular and preventative maintenance for machinery within the plant. Additional responsibilities include assisting other maintenance employees and performing emergency repairs when needed. Will assist with installation, maintenance, and testing of Research and Development equipment associated with initial production, plant troubleshooting, and continuous improvement projects.

• Responsible for processing work orders and performing daily preventative maintenance tasks according to procedures and schedules.
• Repair, service, adjust, and test equipment (air systems, refrigeration units, hydraulic tanks, compressors, and condensers).
• Assemble and disassemble equipment effectively and efficiently while maintaining high maintenance and safety standards.
• Will utilize both hand and power tools effectively while maintaining high maintenance and safety standards.
• May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment.
• Immediately report or repair any problem noted during shift. Communicate to maintenance management for direction or coordination of activities.
• Will maintain the integrity and follow procedures and processes put into place by ownership.
• Will be required to learn all aspects and be knowledgeable of all systems, as it pertains to the facility to advance in level and compensation.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to improve overall technical competency and effectiveness.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Above average mechanical aptitude servicing precision machine parts.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain certification to operate various material handling equipment and to service complex refrigeration and mechanical systems.
• General knowledge of computers and software is preferred.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees as necessary, both in verbal and written form.
• Good observation and analytical evaluation skills to report on, troubleshoot, and diagnose problems.
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 60 lbs.
• This position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, reaching, and handling.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of plant maintenance experience is preferred.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent, or verifiable ability to perform essential job functions.

Department

Maintenance.

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