Maintenance Technician (Multi-craft) - 2nd Shift

Prestage•Camden, SC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician (Multi-craft) supports the electrical and mechanical equipment needs of a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant. The role involves developing and applying multi-craft knowledge in electrical and mechanical work. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday on the second shift, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with flexibility to work early or late shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Requirements

GED or equivalent; minimum education requirement.
At least 2 years of maintenance technician work experience in a related field.
Working knowledge of mechanical and minor electrical systems.
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented, self-directed team player with initiative and good communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving ability and capacity to learn technical skills quickly.
Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop for up to 10 hours per shift.
Ability to work at heights of 6 feet or more.
Ability to work safely in hot, cold, and wet environments, including temperatures of 35–40°F and up to 100°F.
Ability to work around low- and high-voltage equipment and conveying systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Mechanical and electrical coursework or certificate.
Solid understanding of electrical codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

Apply working knowledge of facility equipment and processes to monitor and troubleshoot mechanical and minor electrical equipment failures, minimizing downtime and improving yield.
Perform mechanical and electrical preventive maintenance during down days and overnight.
Use knowledge of VFDs, AC/DC circuits, motors, pumps, rotating equipment, electrical systems, and piping to address operating problems.
Partner with operations to set up, tear down, and operate equipment before and after shifts.
Work with sanitation during overnight equipment operation for cleaning and sanitizing.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and codes, and promote a safe work environment.
Assist coworkers with repairs and share knowledge with others.
Work with minimal supervision.
Investigate and bring forward suggestions for improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.