Maintenance Technician 3

ZipRecruiter; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bird feeding industry is seeking a Maintenance Technician 3 for their Akron, CO facility. The role involves repairing and maintaining production equipment, conducting inspections, and ensuring facility security. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in maintenance with relevant experience and education. The company offers a competitive compensation package and values self-motivated, team-oriented individuals.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience with Bachelor's or 5-7 years with Associate's.
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and industrial wiring.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain production equipment throughout the facility.
• Conduct tests and inspections for building systems and equipment.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours or weekend issues.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivated

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

Tools

PLC

VFD

Windows

Power Tools

Job description

Job Description

Global Harvest Foods is a manufacturer in the bird feeding industry with a rich 40+ year history of delighting many “A” list retailers with our branded and private label product lines. Our manufacturing and distribution facilities are located throughout the United States.

We are a progressive and growth-oriented company that cares about our family of employees, and we pride ourselves on doing the right things for our business and our people.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Maintenance Technician 3 at our plant located in Akron, CO.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Repair and maintain production equipment throughout the facility.
• Perform daily service and maintenance of the facility and production equipment.
• Conduct tests and inspections for building systems and equipment.
• Respond to production trouble calls and troubleshoot down equipment.
• Support GHF BRC objectives and policies.
• Ensure the building's security.
• Document test results of building systems and equipment.
• Complete assigned preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Participate in the emergency response team.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment; fabricate small jobs for the facility.
• Perform basic janitorial tasks.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours or weekend issues.

General Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 3-5 years of experience, or Associate’s Degree with 5-7 years, or 7-10 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and industrial wiring.
• Proficiency with PCs, laptops, and tablets with basic Windows/iOS software.
• Good communication skills; Spanish speaking/writing is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Knowledge of janitorial, housekeeping, and maintenance practices.
• Advanced welding skills.
• Basic first aid knowledge.
• Comfort working at heights, using PIT lifts, ladders, or catwalks.
• Experience with hand/power tools and measurement devices such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, RPM gauges, and laser alignment tools.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Job Specific Skills:

• Experience with hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems, including air compressors.
• Use of megohmmeters, voltmeters, and multimeters for testing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and logic.
• Bearing analysis and installation.
• Lubrication, gearboxes, and preventive maintenance.
• Rigging and rigging equipment.
• Experience with packaging machines, robotics, and automation.
• Knowledge of motor controls and engineering software and drawings.

Training, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Boom lift, forklift, scissor lift, fall protection, confined space entry, LOTO, NFPA 703E, NEC certifications.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, team-oriented, and possess strong communication skills.

Global Harvest Foods offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.