Maintenance Technician: Troubleshoot & Optimize Machinery

Simmons Pet Food; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Maintenance technician responsible for repairs and upkeep of equipment to ensure production runs smoothly. The role requires experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.

You will consult with engineers and vendors, troubleshoot equipment, and adhere to safety and LEAN operating system policies. The position demands the ability to lift up to 150 pounds and work in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Minimum English language proficiency for written and spoken communication.
• Preference for candidates with a background in poultry or food processing.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment to ensure it operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.
• Consults with engineers and vendors as needed and performs layout work for projects.
• Troubleshoots equipment and ensures safety requirements are met.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives and LEAN practices.

Skills

Welding

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Education

High School Diploma

English language proficiency

Job description

Simmons Pet Food in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Maintenance technician responsible for repairs and upkeep of equipment to ensure production runs smoothly. The role requires experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.

You will consult with engineers and vendors, troubleshoot equipment, and adhere to safety and LEAN operating system policies. The position demands the ability to lift up to 150 pounds and work in challenging conditions.