Technician - Maintenance I

Hillandale Farms; Bozrah (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Technician - Maintenance I to support their processing operations. In this role, you will engage in essential maintenance tasks on processing machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Your responsibilities will include basic troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and collaboration with Level II technicians for more complex repairs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow in the food and beverage manufacturing sector, where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a processing plant or related environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations and preventative maintenance.
• Provide basic maintenance support to processing plants.

Skills

Mechanical Tools Knowledge

Troubleshooting

Electrical Systems Familiarity

Plumbing Knowledge

Basic Robotics Understanding

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Detail-Oriented

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Processing Machinery

Basic Robotics

Job description

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Job Title

Technician – Maintenance I

Department Name

Processing

Reporting Position

Manager - Maintenance

Sr. Management Oversight

Associate Director

Location

All Hillandale

Position Type

Full Time

Schedule

5 Days including Weekends/Holidays

Shift

Shift Start: 6am

As a Maintenance Technician I at Hillandale Farms, you will assist with the day-to-day operations and keep to preventative maintenance schedules on processing machines such as washers, graders, packers, and conveyor belts.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide basic maintenance support to all processing plants at various sites in a timely, efficient manner while supporting Level II techs with more complex reviews/repairs.
• General knowledge of mechanical tools.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting, identifying issues, and repairing accordingly. Report advanced issues to Level II techs and shadow through the repair process.
• Understand and perform routine maintenance on processing machinery.
• Familiarity with electrical, plumbing, electronics, and basic robotics.
• Understand processes and procedures of food processing equipment to comprehend machinery and its purpose.
• Assist processing team as needed to meet business needs.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines when performing responsibilities.
• Other related duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience/exposure in a processing plant or related environment.
• Familiarity with electrical, plumbing, electronics, and basic robotics.
• Professional demeanor.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented, able to follow instructions closely, and multitask.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Repetitive lifting, squatting, twisting, turning, kneeling, and bending required.

The responsibilities listed are general and may be revised as needed.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing