Maintenance Technician III - 3rd Shift & Advanced Training

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Accomac (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to bring advanced technical expertise to a collaborative team focused on safe, reliable plant operations and peak performance. You will diagnose, repair, and improve machinery, support operators, and contribute to reliability improvements while pursuing on‑the‑job learning, training, and additional certifications.

This role offers a 3rd shift (Mon–Fri, 10:00pm–6:00am) with overtime potential and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 5-8 years in industrial maintenance with mechanical/electrical focus.
• Proficiency in hydraulics, mechanics, electrical work, welding, and rigging.
• Experience with PLCs and continuous learning mindset.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly technically complex tasks with independence.
• Diagnose and repair complex machinery and perform preventive maintenance.
• Support operators and collaborate with teams to improve reliability.
• Assist in setup and changeovers and respond to breakdowns promptly.
• Adhere to safety standards and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Hydraulics

Mechanical

Electrical

Welding

Rigging

PLC

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year Technical Degree in Engineering/Industrial Maintenance

Job description

Perdue Foods in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to bring advanced technical expertise to a collaborative team focused on safe, reliable plant operations and peak performance. You will diagnose, repair, and improve machinery, support operators, and contribute to reliability improvements while pursuing on‑the‑job learning, training, and additional certifications.

This role offers a 3rd shift (Mon–Fri, 10:00pm–6:00am) with overtime potential and a comprehensive benefits