Powerhouse Technician - 1st & 3rd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Mason City, IA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Powerhouse Technician is responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of thermal processing equipment in the facility. This role also involves the safe and compliant operation of refrigeration, ammonia, HVAC, and engine room processes. The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job, with overall accountabilities defined within this section.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Ability to work with or without supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Effectively utilize measuring equipment
• Knowledge of electrical and plumbing a plus
• Capable of meeting the physical requirements of HAZMAT Technician.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience reading schematics and hydraulic drawings
• May be required to work long hours and weekends
• Ammonia operator I, II, III, RETA, PSM, Boiler I, II and license (Any preferred)

Responsibilities

• Operate boiler system, ammonia refrigeration system, air compressors and wastewater treatment system
• Follow written and verbal procedures to comply with company and governmental regulations
• Work as a member of a round-the-clock team utilizing written, verbal and email communication
• Read, record, and interpret data from gauges, computer programs and measurement equipment
• Enter and retrieve information from a computer system; Microsoft Word/Excel, SAP, and Internet
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on all associated systems.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs on all associated systems, (i.e., fans, pumps, valves, and motors)
• Effectively troubleshoot the systems both mechanically and electrically.
• Utilize schematics to aid in troubleshooting
• Install all kinds of plumbing (not including welded lines)
• Follow PPE requirements to work with hazardous chemicals, (i.e., acids, bases, anhydrous ammonia)
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Perform water testing for wastewater, boiler, and refrigeration system
• Maintain and clean equipment and area
• Provide feedback to help improve systems

Benefits

• Competitive Starting Pay: $29.10-$38.35/hr
• $1.00/hr Shift differential for 3rd Shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees