Maintenance Technician: PLC, Welding & Equipment Reliability

Dairy Farmers of America; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and emergency repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment, plus related utility systems. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities spanning installation support and operator assistance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 2–4 years of maintenance or HVAC-related experience, and a willingness to work with ammonia refrigeration systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade/technical school preferred.
• 2–4 years maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or HVAC experience preferred.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems is a plus.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and GMP practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned/unplanned/emergency maintenance on production, processing, and packaging equipment and related systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections for reliability and performance.
• Read and interpret technical procedures, schematics, manuals, and work orders.
• Support installation of new equipment and assist operators with training and troubleshooting.
• Document all repairs and maintain clear records following SOPs.

Skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Basic math skills

English literacy

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/Technical school preferred (electrical/mechanical)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electric meters

Material handling equipment

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and emergency repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment, plus related utility systems. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities spanning installation support and operator assistance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 2–4 years of maintenance or HVAC-related experience, and a willingness to work with ammonia refrigeration systems.