Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Legacy Turkey; Melrose (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K plan with company match up to 4%

PTO accrual

Holiday pay

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Legacy Turkey in Melrose, MN is hiring a full-time Maintenance Technician for 1st shift to service plant equipment and keep production running smoothly. You will perform preventive, scheduled and emergency repairs, diagnose electromechanical and solid-state equipment, and support other technicians to meet maintenance goals.

Qualifications include 1+ year experience in mechanical maintenance, ability to read schematics and use multimeters, and English communication.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and read schematics.
• Must read/write/communicate in English.
• 1 year+ experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of using multimeters and electronic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Service all plant equipment through preventive, scheduled and emergency repair work orders.
• Diagnose and perform repairs and calibrations on electromechanical and solid state equipment.
• Assist other team members in completing work orders per maintenance schedule.
• May be part of the Emergency Response team.
• Adhere to NEC code regulations accordingly.
• Perform other duties assigned by Supervisors.

Skills

Independent work

Troubleshooting & schematics

English communication

Mechanical maintenance experience 1+ y

Electrical test equipment usage

Education

2-year associate's degree in a maintenance field

Certifications in mechanical field

Tools

Multimeters & test equipment

Job description

Legacy Turkey has a full-time, benefits eligible, Maintenance Technician - 1st shift role is available. If you are a team player, interested in growing your career.

• Monday - Friday and weekends as needed; 3:00am-11:30pm
• Repetitive motion, bending, twisting, reaching and lift up to 40lb
• Pay Range: $24.00-28.00

Located in Melrose, MN, Legacy Turkey employs many people in a variety of roles with varying levels of expertise. We hire individuals with a strong work ethic who align with our core values.

What you will do:

• Service all plant equipment through preventive, scheduled and emergency repair work orders.
• Diagnose and perform repairs and calibrations on electromechanical and solid state of the art equipment.
• Assist other team members in completing work orders/task per maintenance schedule.
• May be part of the Emergency Response team.
• Adhere to all NEC code regulations accordingly.
• Perform other duties assigned by Supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks in an efficient manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues as well as read schematics in various departments.
• May be required to lift more than 40 lbs at times.
• Has general understanding of maintenance
• Ability to read/write/communicate in English.
• Work experience pertaining to mechanical field of 1 year or greater.
• Ability to use multimeters and electronic test equipment, read schematics and diagrams

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-year associate's degree in a maintenance related field of military MOS.
• Certifications and/or Registered license in Mechanical field.

Working Conditions:

Most positions operate around 40°F with some variation by process. As a harvesting facility, certain natural byproducts (such as blood or internal materials) may be visible. Roles involve repetitive movements, standing on concrete floors for 8-10 hours and lifting up to 35 pounds.

Benefits at Legacy Turkey:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with companymatch, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, holiday pay, company paid short- and long-term disability, and company paid life insurance.

Virgil Aguirre Jr. | Human Resources Manager
320-256-6938

Legacy Turkey does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of their race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)