Maintenance Technician II

Maintenance Technician II

SHIFT: 1st Shift 8 A.M.

- 4:00 P.M.

M-F, Weekends as needed.

Nights as assigned to cover vacation.

PAY: $26-$29/hr.

POSITION PURPOSE:

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States.

Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair in support of the facility and production equipment.

In this role, the technician will work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and controls.

Superior logical-thinking and troubleshooting skills are critical.

This position is critical to the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:


* Basic computer skills


* Basic knowledge and experience in the following categories: Single-phase Electrical, Three-phase Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Cutting, and Fabrication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND ROLE EXPECTATIONS:


* Age: 18 years or older


* Safety: Ensuring the complete physical safety of oneself and one's co-workers at all times without exception


* Troubleshooting: Ability to check the performance and wear of machinery for expected performance and detect faults and malfunctions.

Diagnose malfunctions using testing equipment to determine the required repair.


* Write technical reports: Experience with compose technical customer reports understandable for people without technical background.


* Perform machine maintenance: Familiarity with performing regular maintenance, possibly including corrections and alterations, on a machine or machine tool to ensure it remains in a proper productive state.


* Time Management: Showing up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision.


* Comprehension: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills


* Coordination: Working well with others to meet team goals and maintaining a professional relationship with team members.

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:


* Able to lift 50lbs


* Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements


* Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment


* Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present


* Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

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