Maintenance Technician

Tessenderlo Group•Fresno, CA

4h•$29 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, rebuilding rotating systems, and supporting safe plant operations? Do you take pride in keeping industrial systems running efficiently? If so, this is your opportunity to make an impact as a Maintenance Technician at our Fresno, California facility. At Tessenderlo Kerley, safety, integrity and operational reliability drive everything we do. We’re looking for a mechanically strong team member - and while welding experience is not required, it would be highly beneficial in this role. Why Join Us? 🔧 Hands-On Impact – Maintain and repair essential plant equipment including pumps, agitators, conveyors and rotating systems. 🛠 Expand Your Skillset – Welding experience (Stick, TIG, MIG) is highly valued and provides additional opportunities to contribute to fabrication and repair work. ⚙️ Grow Technically – Gain experience aligning rotating equipment, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting process issues. 📚 Ongoing Training & Development – Receive training in hazardous materials handling and regulatory compliance to broaden your expertise.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is required
A strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting skills
Experience in plant maintenance (pumps, tank agitators, conveyors, elevators) preferred.
Welding experience with stainless steel and carbon steel using Stick (SMAW), TIG (GTAW), and/or MIG (GMAW) is highly preferred but not required.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
Basic knowledge of chemistry is a plus.
Ability to communicate professionally with team members at all levels.
Computer proficiency, including MS Office and SAP.
Knowledge of HAZWOPER, OSHA, PSM, RCRA and DOT regulations preferred.
Willingness to work an 8-hour day shift (with weekends/overtime as needed) or 12-hour rotating swing shift (days/nights/weekends/holidays as scheduled; training on 8-hour schedule)
Ability to lift 50 pounds routinely and walk up to ¼ mile throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Perform plant troubleshooting and maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Rebuild and align rotating equipment, including pumps and other mechanical systems.
Conduct preventative maintenance and maintain detailed equipment files.
Maintain sufficient spare parts inventory and keep maintenance shop and storage areas clean and organized.
Assist in developing and improving plant maintenance procedures.
Troubleshoot and mitigate plant process issues in partnership with operations.
If experienced, support fabrication and equipment repair using Stick (SMAW), TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding techniques on stainless steel and carbon steel.
Complete HAZWOPER training and properly contain, clean, package and label hazardous waste in compliance with OSHA, EPA, RCRA, HM-126 and DOT regulations.
Conduct all business in a professional manner aligned with company values and integrity.

Benefits

Eligible for a discretionary performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and more
Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, equal to 4% of annual base salary
Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
Adoption Assistance: Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
Paid maternity and parental time off
Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
Long-Term Disability insurance
Company referral program