Technician I, Maintenance (34729)

Monogram Foods; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Monogram Foods in Martinsville, VA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for 2nd shift. The role requires a strong background in electrical and mechanical maintenance on industrial equipment, with PLC experience preferred.

Candidates should be able to perform preventative maintenance, read schematics and blueprints, and work overtime or weekends when needed. High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in a technical field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance and electrical experience expected.

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot meat processing equipment.
• Perform building maintenance.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedule for equipment.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures when performing tasks.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Follow GMP/HAACP procedures.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Meters

Test equipment

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Martinsville VA

Martinsville, VA 24112

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: 2nd Shift

MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD TO APPLY AND NOT CURRENTLY ENROLLED

“This role will require extended hours based on production needs, including work to be performed after regular business hours and on weekends.”

Maintenance Technician Job Description

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED is required. Associate’s degree in a technical field is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance and electrical experience, PLC and food manufacturing industry experience is preferred
• Preferred two years industrial maintenance experience or five years’ experience with monogram
• Strong electrical, mechanical experience, electrical Journeyman's license preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment and a diverse workforce
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Able to lift 50 lbs. or more, climb a ladder and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be flexible and able to work overtime and weekends when required

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot various types of meat processing equipment
• Perform building maintenance
• Follow preventative maintenance schedule for processing equipment
• Follow lockout/tag out procedures when performing
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Follow GMP/HAACP procedures
• Assist with other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of common maintenance practices and procedures
• Electrical education/training
• Experience performing maintenance on industrial machinery
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints
• Ability to use meters and test equipment
• Ability to work flexible hours

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of industrial machine operation.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to complete paperwork neatly and accurately.

Work Environment

Stand on concrete

Noise

Odors of meat