Maintenance Technician V - 1st Shift (Sign-On Bonus & Relocation!)

Smithfield Foods•Orange City, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. The purpose of Electrician/Automation Technician is to maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility so as to keep the production operational and have zero loss of production. This individual will perform the duties of a Refrigeration Technician and assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift and will be responsible for all necessary paperwork and documentation as they relate to the job.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of basic mechanics
Knowledge of basic HVAC
Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration
Strong knowledge of drive components
Knowledge of selecting and maintaining bearings
Knowledge the operation of pumps
Knowledge of developing hydraulic troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of basic pneumatics
Knowledge of developing pneumatic troubleshooting skills
Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skills required and high school diploma or GED equivalent
Must be able to work weekends as needed
Must able to lift 100 pounds
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test
Must be able to work in -40 to degree temperatures
Must not be afraid of heights

Responsibilities

Maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility so as to keep the production operational and have zero loss of production.
Perform the duties of a Refrigeration Technician.
Assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift.
Responsible for all necessary paperwork and documentation as they relate to the job.
Install and replace bearing and shaft seals.
Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lock out-Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related items.
Perform assigned tasks efficiently with minimum supervision.