Maintenance Technician III

Perdue Chicken; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Level III Maintenance Technician, where you will ensure smooth plant operations through machinery maintenance and reliability. You will work with a diverse team to troubleshoot and repair equipment, ensuring high production efficiency while gaining additional certifications and training.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years experience in industrial maintenance.
• Expert proficiency in hydraulics, mechanics, electrical systems.
• Intermediate proficiency with PLC.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs complex machinery.
• Conducts preventive maintenance to ensure production efficiency.
• Maintains work records and prepares reports.

Skills

Hydraulics

Mechanics

Electrical

Welding

Rigging

PLC

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance

Job description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Join our team as a Level III Maintenance Technician. You will collaborate with a dedicated and diverse team to support safe and smooth plant operations by continuously improving our machinery and maintenance reliability. You will also have an opportunity to gain experience in your role and learn on the job while you receive additional maintenance certifications and training. The Maintenance Tech III is an advanced level of technician. Associates in this classification are required to have previous experience and knowledge of the fundamentals of industrial maintenance and systems, which is typically attained through the Maintenance Technician II classification and certification.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs highly technically complex tasks, demonstrates a higher degree of independence, and may occasionally make decisions.
• Must be able demonstrate/achieve and maintain Maintenance Tech III proficiency within 10 months of hire.
• Diagnoses and repairs complex machinery, conducts preventive maintenance, and ensures production efficiency.
• Provides Operators with support around machine overall equipment reliability. Collaborates well with production associates and other technicians to solve problems with reliability and urgency.
• May assist in troubleshooting equipment set up and production changeovers.
• Responds to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner. Recognizes and report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations.
• Understands and follows all safety standards and quality protocols to ensure production exceeds the standards. Learns and observe all safety precautions as required by Perdue.
• Utilizes appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to chemicals, dust, and mechanical and electrical hazards.
• Maintains work records and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
• Works all required work schedules.

Minimum Education

REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED and Equivalent Experience.

PREFERRED: 2-yr Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance

Experience Requirements

• 5-8 Years experience in Industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, and/or Equivalent Military Experience.
• Expert Proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, Welding and Rigging.
• Intermediate Proficiency with PLC.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain Perdue Farms QEW Certification.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, reaching overhead and/or at shoulder level, lifting (50 lbs.) and/or repetitive tasks throughout the day. Position requires occasional moving to other offices or buildings. Day travel to nearby locations sometimes required.
• When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing plant.
• May need to access files, supplies, and equipment.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status