Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Perdue Farms; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx

401(k) with employer match

Critical illness insurance

Accident insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Optional group life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III to ensure reliable, high‑performance operations by maintaining and optimizing production equipment. You will diagnose complex issues, perform advanced repairs, and lead preventive maintenance efforts to minimize downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness.

This role offers a target wage of $35.20–$41.80 per hour, with an annual bonus potential based on performance and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum education includes high school diploma or technical college.
• Strong reading, math, writing, and analytical skills required.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and conveyor systems and industrial machinery expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize equipment to ensure reliable, high‑performance operations.
• Diagnose complex issues, perform advanced repairs, and lead preventive maintenance.
• Support production continuity and improve equipment performance.
• Comply with safety policies and wear required protective gear.

Skills

Reading skills

Mathematical ability

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Conveyor systems knowledge

Industrial machinery aptitude

Electrical wiring and motors

Education

High School Diploma or technical college

Tools

Pumps

Electrical wiring and motors

Conveyor systems

Hydraulic systems

Sheet metal fabrication

Job description

Perdue Foods is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III to ensure reliable, high‑performance operations by maintaining and optimizing production equipment. You will diagnose complex issues, perform advanced repairs, and lead preventive maintenance efforts to minimize downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness.

This role offers a target wage of $35.20–$41.80 per hour, with an annual bonus potential based on performance and potential overtime.