Maintenance Mechanic - Night Shift

Darigold Careers•Issaquah, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Darigold is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic/Operating Engineer to join the team at its Issaquah Plant. The role maintains the operational status of production equipment, utility systems, and infrastructure in coordination with the Engineering Team. Darigold plants operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so employees must be available to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed. This is a full-time hourly union position. The position responds to equipment breakdowns, performs preventive maintenance, records work hours and parts used, assists with in-house projects, and completes other work requests and assigned duties. On-the-job training and flexibility for outside educational needs are provided. Applicants must obtain the City of Seattle Grade 3 Boiler Operator and Refrigeration licenses within 30 months of hire; those licenses are required for 100% of scale. Shifts are awarded based on qualifications and seniority. Darigold offers eligible employees a competitive total rewards package. The contract for the specific location and role is available upon request. The starting pay rate is $37.74 per hour, with premium pay for night and swing shifts and vacation relief where applicable. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Applicants offered a role must pass a pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result, and confirm eligibility to work in the United States. Darigold participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working as a maintenance mechanic in an industrial setting; the posting specifies a minimum of 3–5 years.
Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and controls systems.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook and CMMS systems.
Ability to work on feet for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to comply with company-mandated personal protective equipment requirements.
Must obtain City of Seattle Grade 3 Boiler Operator and Refrigeration licenses within 30 months of hire; these licenses are required for 100% of scale.
Flexibility to work different shifts and, as needed, weekends and holidays.
Must pass a pre-employment background screen and receive a negative drug screen result.
Must confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Engineering or maintenance experience in food manufacturing.
Dairy experience.
Working knowledge of plate and frame heat exchangers, homogenizers, separators, filling equipment, case packers, stackers, tabletop conveyors, palletizers, boilers, and ammonia refrigeration.
Existing City of Seattle Grade 3 Boiler Operator and Refrigeration licenses.