Industrial Maintenance Technician

HEARTLAND FARMS INC•Hancock, WI

6d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains plant equipment, including hydraulic equipment, mechanical systems, and equipment throughout the facility. The role helps maximize machine productivity and minimize downtime by maintaining and repairing production equipment. The position is based at Heartland Farms Headquarters in Hancock, Wisconsin, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, generally from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasional overtime, evening, weekend, or off-day work may be required to meet production, repair, workload, or seasonal coverage needs. The role requires working on-site and in multiple locations and settings, sometimes using ladders or elevated platforms and lifting or moving objects. The technician works as part of a team and supports the organization’s safety program. Pay is $25.00 to $35.00 per hour. The employer notes that duties may change or additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

At least 3 years of combined machine repair, maintenance, or electrical systems experience.
Formal training in ARC, MIG, and TIG welding.
Experience with A/C and D/C systems, motor controls, and VFD drives.
High school diploma.
Valid, current driver’s license with a clean record.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Diagnostic and repair skills and understanding of mechanical and hydraulic functions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and hydraulic and electrical schematics.
Ability to read and efficiently use a wide range of precision mechanical measurement devices.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Basic computer and technology skills.
Ability to quickly learn new concepts and techniques.
Basic application of industrial electrical distribution and motor control circuits, and ability to resolve complex electrical problems.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment, including tractors, skid steers, and payloaders.
Ability to work on-site in multiple locations and settings, understand verbal and written communications in person and by telephone, and climb and work from ladders and other elevated platforms.
Ability to frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects weighing 25–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automation, PLCs I/O, HMI interface, and Ethernet.
Advanced education in mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, or machine design.

Responsibilities

Set up, install, repair, and maintain plant machinery and equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair machines and equipment.
Use the work order system to initiate and track repairs.
Weld, cut, and grind metals for repairs and light fabrication.
Read and work from electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, maintenance manuals, and parts lists to repair and install equipment.
Use multimeters and other test equipment as required.
Install or move machines, equipment, and required electrical equipment.
Assist in training less experienced maintenance personnel.
Rebuild or modify machines and equipment as required.
Safely perform work using ladders and lifts as required.
Accept and support the safety program.