Plant Maintenance Technician

Hiland Dairy; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP & Free discount programs after day

Medical (FSA/HSA), Dental, Vision & L

Competitive Retirement plan after 6 mo

FMLA after 1 year

Job summary

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician in Dallas, TX, to perform basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production equipment. The role requires strong analytical skills, teamwork, and adherence to safety rules, with opportunities for overtime as needed.

A relevant certificate or related experience is preferred. The position is full-time and on-site, offering a path for growth in a fast-paced dairy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business need.
• Read, write, do basic math, and accurately record data.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.
• Able to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and systematic troubleshooting abilities.
• Pass pre-employment testing and a physical evaluation; must be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic preventative maintenance and servicing on all production and manufacturing equipment per specs and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment to meet performance standards.
• Interface with electronic computerized systems; diagnose and repair.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying process improvements.
• Comply with safety, OSHA, and company policies; use PPE as required.
• Possess personal tools needed to perform duties.

Skills

English proficiency

Reading & writing

Data recording

Overtime readiness

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

One year technical certificate

MHE knowledge

Tools

Electrical systems

Conveyors

Pneumatics

Job description

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Plant Maintenance Technician

Full Time Manual Labor Dallas, TX, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 12397

Salary Range: $28.62 To $34.84 Hourly

The Plant Maintenance performs basic installations, maintains, and repairs production and manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications.

Responsibilities :

• Perform BASIC preventative maintenance inspection and service on all production and manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company guidelines.
• Perform BASIC troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and maintain equipment to the desired company performance standards.
• Interface, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic computerized systems and equipment
• Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset and assisting in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Comply with all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.
• Use all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Possess the necessary personal tools to perform duties.

Responsibilities :

• Perform BASIC preventative maintenance inspection and service on all production and manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company guidelines.
• Perform BASIC troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and maintain equipment to the desired company performance standards.
• Interface, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic computerized systems and equipment
• Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset and assisting in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Comply with all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.
• Use all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Possess the necessary personal tools to perform duties.

Qualifications and Experience:

• English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business necessity.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
• Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving are required.
• Must pass pre-employment testing and physical evaluation and be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).
• Experience with conveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
• Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
• Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
• Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).
• Experience with hydraulic-high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, and troubleshooting).
• Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).
• Review rating instructions.
• Experience with high-speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
• Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting).
• Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.).
• Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data).
• Experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations :

• PLC, HVAC, Ammonia, Refrigeration, or other specialty certifications preferred but not required.

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or one-year related experience and/or training in manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair; or an equivalent combination of continued education and experience.
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

Physical Demand/Working Conditions :

• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with a full range of body motion.
• Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds.
• Must be able to work in an office environment, extended periods in a cold, damp and hot environment.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications and Experience:

• English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business necessity.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
• Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving are required.
• Must pass pre-employment testing and physical evaluation and be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).
• Experience with conveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
• Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting)
• Experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
• Experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).
• Experience with hydraulic-high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, and troubleshooting).
• Experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).
• Review rating instructions.
• Experience with high-speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
• Experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting).
• Experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.).
• Experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data).
• Experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations :

• PLC, HVAC, Ammonia, Refrigeration, or other specialty certifications preferred but not required.

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or one-year related experience and/or training in manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair; or an equivalent combination of continued education and experience.
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

Physical Demand/Working Conditions :

• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with a full range of body motion.
• Must be able to routine up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift more than 75 pounds.
• Must be able to work in an office environment, extended periods in a cold, damp and hot environment.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Benefits:

• EAP & Free discount programs after day 1
• Medical (FSA/HSA), Dental, Vision & Life insurance after 30 days
• Competitive Retirement plan after 6 months
• FMLA after 1 year

Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Night shift; 10 hour shift; 5 days a week