Maintenance Technician V - 1st Shift (Sign-On Bonus & Relocation!)

Sfdbrands; Orange City (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Education benefit

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in the United States is seeking an Electrician/Automation Technician to maintain and repair equipment ensuring zero production loss.

You will perform preventive maintenance and assist Refrigeration Technicians while ensuring safety and accurate documentation. The role requires strong knowledge of mechanics, HVAC, ammonia refrigeration, drives, and pneumatics, plus the ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in -40 degree environments.

Qualifications

• Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skills required and high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to work weekends as needed.
• Must able to lift 100 pounds.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test.
• Must be able to work in -40 to degree temperatures.
• Must not be afraid of heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility.
• Assist Refrigeration Technician and shift maintenance personnel on the job and handle related paperwork.

Skills

Basic mechanics

HVAC

Ammonia refrigeration

Drive components

Bearings maintenance

Pumps operation

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Pneumatics

Pneumatic troubleshooting

Bearing/seal replacement

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet.

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

Competitive Starting Pay - $34.75-$38.75/hr

Sign-On Bonus - $2,500

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.

The purpose of Electrician/Automation Technician is to maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility so as to keep the production operational and have zero loss of production. This individual will perform the duties of a Refrigeration Technician and assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift and will be responsible for all necessary paperwork and documentation as they relate to the job.

Core Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of basic mechanics
• Knowledge of basic HVAC
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration
• Strong knowledge of drive components
• Knowledge of selecting and maintaining bearings
• Knowledge the operation of pumps
• Knowledge of developing hydraulic troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of basic pneumatics
• Knowledge of developing pneumatic troubleshooting skills
• Install and replace bearing and shaft seals
• Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lock out-Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related items

Qualifications

• Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skills required and high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be able to work weekends as needed
• Must able to lift 100 pounds
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test
• Must be able to work in -40 to degree temperatures
• Must not be afraid of heights
• Perform assigned tasks efficiently with minimum supervision

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Plant environment will include wet, damp, cold, slippery and loud conditions with moving parts, and vibrating parts. Noise level in the work environment is usually loud when in the production area. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

IndSPR-M/E Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.