Maintenance Hourly

JBS Foods • Mt. Pleasant, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Pilgrim's is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to maintain the reliability, performance, and safety of production equipment at its Mt. Pleasant, Texas location. The role involves constructing, maintaining, and testing mechanical equipment and components; identifying equipment that needs repair or replacement; interpreting technical documents; and responding to production equipment issues. The technician performs preventive maintenance and works with production management and team members to diagnose and resolve problems while following company safety, food safety, and quality standards. A resume is required.

Requirements

• Maintenance experience is required.
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment and mechanical systems.
• General math skills needed to perform maintenance duties.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, drawings, and schematics.
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measurements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including weekends as needed.
• Ability to work in extreme cold and hot temperatures.
• Ability to stand and use hands for 8–11 hours per day.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• A minimum of 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
• Identify parts and equipment requiring repair or replacement.
• Use shop mathematics to complete maintenance assignments accurately.
• Read and interpret equipment drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Respond promptly to production issues involving mechanical equipment.
• Communicate with production management and team members to diagnose and resolve equipment problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Complete assigned work efficiently while managing time and resources effectively.
• Follow company safety, food safety, and quality standards.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career growth through learning and development programs.
• $1.00 shift differential for second and third shifts.

What This Job Offers

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