Senior Plant Maintenance Technician – Welding & Fabrication

Darling Ingredients; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients seeks a Maintenance Worker 3 to oversee preventive and corrective maintenance in our plant under supervision. The role involves installing new equipment, trouble-shooting process machines, and maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 6 years in rendering or similar equipment, and advanced welding, piping, and fabrication skills. This position is on-site in Clinton, IA with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 years experience with rendering or similar equipment.
• Advanced welding, piping and fabrication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation of new equipment.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor on fabrication/construction projects.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedule.
• Train Level 1 and 2 Maintenance personnel.
• Troubleshoot and repair process machinery and hydraulic equipment.
• Change electrical breakers and electrical starters; operate meters.
• Maintain clean, neat and orderly work area.
• Attend safety meetings and may serve on Safety Committee.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Piping

Fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training preferred

Tools

Voltage/amp/ohm meters

Electrical breakers

480V starter/breaker box test

Job description

Darling Ingredients seeks a Maintenance Worker 3 to oversee preventive and corrective maintenance in our plant under supervision. The role involves installing new equipment, trouble-shooting process machines, and maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 6 years in rendering or similar equipment, and advanced welding, piping, and fabrication skills. This position is on-site in Clinton, IA with opportunities for growth.