Maintenance Tech (1st Shift)

Palmer Candy Company•Sioux City, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Palmer Candy is looking for a 1st shift Maintenance Tech at our Bluff St. facility. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance and repair work on all equipment and facilities.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant maintenance experience
Safely operate Power Industrial Vehicles.
Read and interpret pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical blueprints and schematics.
Use electrical testing tools, including fluke meters and amp probes.
Operate precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
Develop and apply technical skills in electrical systems, automation, and/or HVAC.
Fabricate and repair equipment and parts using machine shop tools
Complete training on facility equipment, including scales, baggers, labelers, moguls, enrobers, and cooling tunnels.

Nice To Haves

additional specialized training and/or certifications preferred
PLC experience preferred
3–5 years of experience in the electrical field and/or completion of a technical school program.
MIG and TIG welding preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine, intermediate, and preventive maintenance and repair tasks in accordance with established company, quality, and safety standards.
Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and waste management systems following standard operating procedures.
Work independently within established guidelines while effectively prioritizing tasks and responding to maintenance needs.
Collaborate with internal teams and assist external trade contractors on complex repairs, upgrades, and facility projects.
Prepare and maintain accurate mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, trends, and work performed.
Ensure continuity of maintenance operations by documenting actions taken, identifying irregularities, and communicating ongoing or future needs.
Participate in leadership and technical training as required.
Support multiple facilities, including manufacturing and warehouse locations, on a rotating basis as needed.
Work overtime as required.
Regular and timely attendance is required for this job.