Maintenance Technician I — 1st Shift, Growth & Certifications

Perdue Farms

Murfreesboro (NC)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Perdue Farms is seeking a Maintenance Technician I for 1st shift in Murfreesboro, NC. You will support machinery performance, participate in preventive maintenance, and gain hands-on experience while earning certifications.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability in a poultry processing plant. As part of a training-focused team, you will learn equipment setup, troubleshooting, and production changeovers, with a clear path for growth and skill expansion within our maintenance

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and equivalent experience.
0 - 3 Years experience in Industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, and/or Equivalent Military Experience.
Beginner proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, Welding and Rigging.
Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintaining equipment, troubleshooting issues, and performing routine inspections.
Perform basic troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
May assist in managing the machines’ performance by doing equipment set up and production changeovers.
Respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner. Maintain work records and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
Understand and follow all safety standards and quality protocols to ensure production exceeds the standards.
Collaborate well with production associates to solve problems with reliability and urgency.
Recognize and report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations.
Utilize appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to chemicals, dust, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Learn and observe all safety precautions as required by Perdue.
Work all required work schedules. Day travel to nearby locations is sometimes required.