Electrician/Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Orange City, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of Electrician/Automation Technician is to maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility so as to keep the production operational and have zero loss of production. This individual will perform the duties of a Refrigeration Technician and assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift and will be responsible for all necessary paperwork and documentation as they relate to the job.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of basic mechanics
• Knowledge of basic HVAC
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration
• Strong knowledge of drive components
• Knowledge of selecting and maintaining bearings
• Knowledge the operation of pumps
• Knowledge of developing hydraulic troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of basic pneumatics
• Knowledge of developing pneumatic troubleshooting skills
• Install and replace bearing and shaft seals
• Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lock out-Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related items
• Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skills required
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be able to work weekends as needed
• Must able to lift 100 pounds
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test
• Must be able to work in -40 to degree temperatures
• Must not be afraid of heights
• Perform assigned tasks efficiently with minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility.
• Keep production operational and have zero loss of production.
• Perform the duties of a Refrigeration Technician.
• Assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift.
• Responsible for all necessary paperwork and documentation as they relate to the job.

Benefits

• Competitive Starting Pay - $34.75-$38.75/hr
• $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED