Maintenance Technician Nampa

HB Specialty Foods; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sign-on bonus

Quarterly bonuses

Vacation 80 hours+ yearly

Sick time 40 hours

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) Matching

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

HB Specialty Foods is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the day shift (5 am–1:30 pm) starting at $22 per hour. You will perform preventative maintenance on conveyors, dryers, and mixers, read diagrams, troubleshoot issues, and minimize downtime while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and basic mechanical/electrical knowledge, with familiarity in power tools and MS Word/Excel for record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, and pneumatics is desirable.
• Ability to read diagrams and manuals and troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on motors, conveyors, dryers, and blenders to ensure uptime.
• Read diagrams and manuals; troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
• Minimize downtime by coordinating with production on maintenance windows.
• Assist in fabrication and repair using shop tools and equipment.
• Keep detailed logs of work completed and parts used.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Power tools

Electrical basics

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Reading diagrams

Team player

Physical stamina

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Maintenance experience preferred

Power/hand tools experience preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Internet

Job description

Immediate Production Support Opportunity - Maintenance Technician - Day Shift - 5 am to 1:30 pm - Starting at $22 / hour

HB Specialty Foods is a family-owned, growing company that values teamwork, reliability, and employees who want to learn and grow. If you are dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a strong team, we'd love to meet you!

Roles And Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production dryers and large capacity horizontal blenders.
• Read and follow diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturers instructions, and troubleshoot issues.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and provide timely solutions and prevent down time.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools to dismantle, examine, and repair defective equipment.
• Control downtime by communicating with production managers to schedule preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment when not in use.
• Assist in fabrication and repair while utilizing shop equipment and tools.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies by checking inventory stock and notifying maintenance Manager of items needed.
• Maintain detailed log of work completed and follow-up on work orders. Must record time, type of work completed, etc.
• Follow all safety procedures and follow Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures to isolate and de-energize equipment prior to attempting repairs or maintenance.
• Contribute to team effort in maintaining multiple production lines while keeping open communication and prioritizing needs based on production demands.
• Complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Knowledge And Skills

• Must be hard working and able to work in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
• Must be punctual and self-motivated.
• Ability to work individually and with a team.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the position including walking, standing, stooping and climbing.
• Must be able to work at heights above 30 ft. on a scissor lift or similar equipment.
• Must show basic understanding of power and hand tools.
• Must demonstrate basic knowledge of mechanics, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and pneumatics.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds without restriction, using proper safety methods.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy required; must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and the Internet.
• Demonstrated ability in basic mathematics.
• Must be extremely detail oriented.
• Must be able to work in a facility that handles allergens including, but not limited to: wheat, soy, egg, milk, and mustard.
• Ability to work in open environments, exposed to pungent odors and varying climates.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in a mechanical or maintenance related job preferred.
• Prior experience using power and hand tools preferred.

Why Join HB Specialty Foods?

• Competitive pay with annual longevity raises
• Earn up to $1,500 in sign-on bonuses
• Ability to earn quarterly bonuses each year
• Vacation starts at 80 hours annually and increases with years of service
• 40 hours of sick time awarded annually
• 9 paid holidays each year
• Medical insurance available the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Dental, vision, FSA/HSA available the first of the month following 90 days of employment
• 401(k) Matching up to 4%
• Paid Parental Leave (40 hours)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team-focused environment with opportunities to learn and grow
• Paid Time Off

Commitment To BLENDS Values

Our BLENDS values form the foundation of our culture and our dedication to excellence as a blending manufacturer. These values guide our daily decisions and long-term vision, driving us to foster strong teamwork among our employees while building partnerships with our customers and suppliers. We expect our team members to have a strong commitment to these Values in their roles at HB Specialty Foods.

HB Specialty Foods is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. HB Specialty Foods will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 208-606-7238.