Night-Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

Kerry Group; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Job summary

Kerry Group in Harrisonburg, VA seeks a Maintenance Technician for a 12-hour night shift. You will maintain production assets, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and support safe, efficient operation of plant equipment.

The role requires 2–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, and basic computer literacy for work orders (SAP/MVP). Night shift includes a $2.00 differential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' practical experience in industrial maintenance or electrical/mechanical repair.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, hand/power tools, and precision diagnostic/testing equipment.
• Familiarity with plant utility or packaging systems (varies by shift or department).
• Basic computer literacy for work-order tracking and good interpersonal/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and routine maintenance, as well as rapid troubleshooting and repairs for plant equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot industrial motors and controls, and install conduit and wiring for motors, lighting, and control devices like valves and limit switches.
• Handle mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and piping tasks, including working with pumps, seals, bearings, valves, and PVC or welded piping.
• Provide welding and fabrication support as qualified.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, production operators, and outside contractors or vendors on plant installations and projects.
• Use computerized maintenance management systems (such as SAP or MVP) to log work orders, track replacement parts, and handle maintenance reporting.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and OSHA guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Computer literacy

Packaging systems knowledge

Job description

Kerry Group in Harrisonburg, VA seeks a Maintenance Technician for a 12-hour night shift. You will maintain production assets, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and support safe, efficient operation of plant equipment.

The role requires 2–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, and basic computer literacy for work orders (SAP/MVP). Night shift includes a $2.00 differential and comprehensive benefits.