Temporary Facilities Technician

Perdue Farms; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue AgriBusiness is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain buildings, systems, and grounds that support daily operations at our Salisbury-area facilities. You'll work with a skilled team and trusted vendors to ensure a safe, reliable, and well-functioning environment for our associates.

The role offers a base rate of $20-23 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials, and overtime where applicable, plus an annual bonus based on performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance of building systems, plumbing, and general infrastructure, including painting, carpentry, and lighting; develop preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure safety and building-code compliance and identify hazards.
• Diagnose issues with building systems and equipment and provide timely solutions to minimize downtime.
• Respond to plant emergencies such as power outages, floods, and weather threats.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance and repair services.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand plant needs and address concerns promptly.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for all associates.
• Work all required schedules.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Be the force that keeps our facility running strong. As a Facilities Technician, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the buildings, systems, and grounds that support our daily operations. From inspecting and tackling general building maintenance, your work ensures a safe, reliable, and well-functioning environment. You’ll collaborate with a skilled team and trusted vendors to keep the plant operating efficiently and ready for what’s next. If you take pride in hands-on work and enjoy making a visible impact every day, this role is built for you.

This position has a base rate of $20-23 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

This will be a full time role that will end beginning of October.

• Conduct routine maintenance of building systems, plumbing, and general infrastructure i.e., painting, general carpentry, floor repairs, installing general office equipment, lighting. Develop preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety and building codes, identifying potential hazards.
• Diagnose issues with building systems and equipment, providing timely solutions to minimize down time.
• Respond to plant related emergencies, such as power outages, floods, and weather threats.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance and repair services.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand plant needs and address concerns promptly.
• Ensures a safe and clean environment for all associates.
• Works all required work schedules.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED and Equivalent Experience.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, reaching overhead and/or at shoulder level, lifting (50 lbs.) and/or repetitive tasks throughout the day.
• Position requires occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• Day travel to nearby locations is sometimes required.
• May need to access files, supplies, and equipment.

When in a plant environment:

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing plant.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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