Pilot Plant Maintenance Technician – Fabrication/Welding

All Aviation Jobs; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company in Denver is seeking a Maintenance Technician (day shift) to maintain, repair, and fabricate equipment in support of pilot plant and research operations. The role involves preventive maintenance, startup support for new prototype equipment, and ensuring safe, reliable operation for cheese and nutrition processing.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ($30.03–$33.03) and a 3.5% annual target bonus, along with comprehensive benefits and a strong safety culture at a

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Advanced vocational training in maintenance, welding, or fabrication or 3+ years of maintenance/fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on pilot plant processing equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble equipment to maintain reliable operation.
• Install and support the startup of new and prototype equipment used in research and product development.
• Fabricate stainless steel parts and equipment to support pilot plant projects and equipment modifications.
• Weld equipment and components in accordance with 3-A sanitary standards.
• Diagnose equipment problems and recommend repairs or modifications to improve performance.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and maintenance records in the CMMS.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors to identify parts and repairs.
• Support pilot plant teams with equipment installations, modifications, production trials, and research projects.
• Inspect equipment for safe operation and follow food safety procedures.

Skills

Maintenance

Welding

Fabrication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in maintenance/welding/fabrication

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Leprino Foods Company in Denver is seeking a Maintenance Technician (day shift) to maintain, repair, and fabricate equipment in support of pilot plant and research operations. The role involves preventive maintenance, startup support for new prototype equipment, and ensuring safe, reliable operation for cheese and nutrition processing.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ($30.03–$33.03) and a 3.5% annual target bonus, along with comprehensive benefits and a strong safety culture at a