Maintenance Technician III

Perdue•Salisbury, MD

32d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Perdue AgriBusiness is seeking a Maintenance Technician III in Salisbury, MD to support our Soybean Processing facility. You will collaborate with a dedicated and diverse team to support safe and smooth plant operations by continuously improving our machinery and maintenance reliability. You will also have an opportunity to gain experience in your role and learn on the job while you receive additional maintenance certifications and training. The Maintenance Tech III is an advanced level of technician. Associates in this classification are required to have previous experience and knowledge of the fundamentals of industrial maintenance and systems, which is typically attained through the Maintenance Technician II classification and certification. This position has a target wage of $25.20 - $37.80 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available. In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Requirements

High School or equivalent
5-8 Years experience in Industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, and/or Equivalent Military Experience.
Expert Proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, Welding and Rigging.
Intermediate Proficiency with PLC.
Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
Maintain Perdue Farms QEW Certification.
Must be able to move throughout assigned areas of responsibility carrying required equipment and tools to perform trouble shooting procedures, repairs and preventative maintenance.
Must be able to reach vertical heights up to 150' to perform repairs, preventative maintenance and monitor equipment both open and in confined spaces.
Must be able to work outside in all seasonal weather, stand for 8 to 14 hours.
Exposure to air born dust, chemicals, such as hexane, caustic sode, butanone, ethanol and aluminum chloride.
When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db.
May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
May need to climb ladders.

Responsibilities

Performs highly technically complex tasks, demonstrates a higher degree of independence, and may occasionally make decisions.
Must be able demonstrate/achieve and maintain Maintenance Tech III proficiency within 10 months of hire.
Diagnoses and repairs complex machinery, conducts preventive maintenance, and ensures production efficiency.
Provides Operators with support around machine overall equipment reliability.
Collaborates well with production associates and other technicians to solve problems with reliability and urgency.
May assist in troubleshooting equipment set up and production changeovers.
Responds to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.
Recognizes and report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations.
Understands and follows all safety standards and quality protocols to ensure production exceeds the standards.
Learns and observe all safety precautions as required by Perdue.
Utilizes appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to chemicals, dust, and mechanical and electrical hazards.
Maintains work records and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
Works all required work schedules.