Maintenance Tech I

Dawn Foods • Denver, CO

5d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician I safely installs, maintains, and repairs industrial machinery, equipment, and electrical devices in a multi-line food manufacturing facility operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The role keeps production lines running, maintains equipment, and improves existing processes. Work includes preventive maintenance and repairs performed in compliance with food safety requirements, GMPs, IFS standards, and SOPs.

The schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. on a two-week rotating schedule: Wednesday through Saturday in Week 1 and Thursday through Saturday in Week 2. The work environment includes heavy machinery, required hearing protection in production areas, and temperatures that vary by season, with colder conditions in winter and warmer conditions in summer. Company-provided or required PPE includes non-slip shoes, gloves, a hair net, a beard net if needed, safety goggles, and safety ear protection; additional PPE may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred; technical training or equivalent training is very desirable.
• At least one year of maintenance experience; food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including basic troubleshooting and component replacement to restore equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance, including lubricating, inspecting, and evaluating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with maintenance employees and members of other departments.
• Understand and follow OSHA requirements relevant to maintenance, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), confined spaces, and working at heights.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Possess and use a personal tool set.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly standing, walking, grasping and using tools or controls, reaching, talking, and hearing; frequently climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and frequently lifting or moving 50 pounds.
• Have the vision abilities required for the position, including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

• PLC skills.
• Welding skills.
• Technical training or equivalent training.
• Food manufacturing maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and foster a culture of safety.
• Work closely with other departments to maintain an efficient operation.
• Respond to floor calls, investigate issues, and resolve them; notify the Lead or Supervisor when an issue cannot be resolved promptly.
• Address issues as they arise and respond to team members in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete scheduled work orders on time and log work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ask questions to understand expectations and follow up with management to ensure alignment when needed.
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair electrical devices as needed.
• Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and HVAC equipment, including repairing or replacing gauges, valves, and pressure regulators as needed.
• Ensure repairs and preventive maintenance comply with GMPs, IFS standards, and SOPs to ensure food safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Industry-leading health insurance starting on Day 1.
• Competitive pay of $30.75 (pay period not specified).
• 401(k) with company match.
• 10 paid company holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Professional training.
• Tuition assistance and educational programs.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and well-being coverage and competitive compensation packages.

What This Job Offers

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