MAINTENANCE TECH II

Standard Meat•Irving, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician II is responsible for the performance and reliability of facility equipment, systems, and utilities. The role includes routine inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and operation of maintenance equipment, working independently and collaboratively to meet departmental goals and company standards while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards. The technician inspects equipment for potential failures and safety concerns, monitors automation systems, performs scheduled preventive maintenance, repairs machinery, and supports the installation, startup, modification, and improvement of automation and control systems. The role also involves operating maintenance tools and equipment safely, using the CMMS to manage work orders and preventive maintenance records, maintaining equipment manuals, and helping manage parts inventory. The position requires adherence to GMPs, company maintenance and safety programs, and other company policies. Employees must use appropriate personal protective equipment, wear steel-toe footwear on plant premises, maintain tool cleanliness, and never bypass equipment safety devices. Work is performed in a plant environment that includes wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme cold in process areas, coolers, and freezers. Hearing protection is required. Employees must not work on equipment or building systems until properly trained.

Requirements

High school diploma with trade school certification and/or 3 years of related experience.
Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
Knowledge of maintenance tools, appliances, and devices used for troubleshooting and repair.
Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Ability to identify and replace air filters, V-belts, light bulbs, and basic plumbing components such as water closets, sinks, and fittings.
Familiarity with inspecting and maintaining facility safety devices such as fire extinguishers and eyewash stations.
Ability to perform basic maintenance on building systems, including boilers, air compressors, HVAC, and refrigeration.
Experience identifying and repairing motors and gearboxes, testing electrical devices such as motors and brakes, and repairing conveyor belts.
Ability to perform basic welding and fabrication.
Ability to perform equipment overhauls, including complete rebuilds of electrical and mechanical systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs, sensors, VFDs, servo drives, and associated control circuits.
Familiarity with automated production equipment and control systems.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Ability to work in wet or humid conditions, around moving mechanical parts, and in extreme cold; hearing protection is required.
Must receive appropriate training before working on equipment or building systems.

Responsibilities

Routinely inspect equipment and report potential equipment failures or personnel and food safety issues.
Monitor automation system performance and report abnormalities that could affect production, safety, or equipment reliability.
Perform scheduled or assigned preventive maintenance on process equipment.
Repair equipment and machinery to maintain operational integrity.
Support installation, startup, modification, and continuous improvement of automation and control systems.
Safely operate power tools, measuring instruments, welding systems, and other maintenance equipment.
Safely operate forklifts and manual or electric pallet jacks; plant certification is required.
Comply with applicable safety standards and protocols.
Use the CMMS to create, update, and close work orders and preventive maintenance worksheets.
Maintain and organize equipment manuals in the Maintenance Library.
Perform equipment assembly and disassembly, lubrication and filtration, utilities maintenance, asset management, mechanical and electrical maintenance, schematic navigation, and fabrication tasks.
Complete assignments from Maintenance Leadership as directed, whether verbal, written, or digital.
Attend GMP and safety meetings as required and participate in ongoing role-related training.
Contribute to parts inventory management to ensure adequate supplies for maintenance tasks.
Follow GMPs, the company's maintenance and safety programs, and company policies; use appropriate personal protective equipment and wear steel-toe boots or shoes on plant premises.
Maintain the integrity and cleanliness of personal and company tools, and never bypass equipment safety devices.
Ask for assistance or training before performing tasks for which the employee is not qualified.