Shift Coverage Technician - Nights

Mars • North Sioux City, SD

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Coverage Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement. The position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, E&I, AMTs, and other technical resources to identify equipment issues, restore equipment to operation, and prevent repeat failures. Technicians are expected to work safely and independently, communicate equipment conditions clearly, complete assigned scheduled work, and document maintenance activities in eMaint.

The role is scheduled for nights, 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; the work schedule may be adjusted based on site priorities. The position is located at Royal Canin in North Sioux City, South Dakota.

Success requires technical ability as well as ownership, teamwork, curiosity, safe decision-making, effective communication, and a continuous-improvement mindset. Technicians are expected to seek assistance when needed, complete assigned work to the best of their ability, leave clear documentation for incoming associates, and collaborate with Operations and technical resources while following established Maintenance processes and standards.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480 VAC and 24 VDC control circuits.
• Understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment systematically rather than relying solely on component replacement.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Ability to use meters and other maintenance diagnostic tools safely and effectively.
• Basic understanding of predictive maintenance principles and equipment condition monitoring.
• Ability to use computerized maintenance management systems such as eMaint.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during equipment failures.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, technologies, and maintenance practices.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in industrial equipment areas.
• Safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Work from ladders, platforms, and elevated work areas when required.
• Work around operating manufacturing equipment and in varying environmental conditions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment.
• Perform physical maintenance activities for extended periods as required.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent industrial maintenance training.
• Previous industrial maintenance or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and industrial electrical systems.
• Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and relevant maintenance experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment failures and identify root causes when possible.
• Diagnose and repair motors, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, pumps, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, valves, sensors, and other industrial equipment.
• Safely troubleshoot electrical systems, including 480 VAC and 24 VDC systems, within training and qualifications.
• Respond to production equipment breakdowns and work with Operations to safely return equipment to service.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and corrective work assigned to the shift.
• Identify defects during preventive maintenance and inspections and create or communicate appropriate follow-up work.
• Use predictive and condition-based maintenance techniques when applicable.
• Document troubleshooting, repairs, findings, parts used, and completed work in eMaint.
• Communicate equipment status, incomplete work, and follow-up needs through the established shift handover process.
• Work collaboratively with E&I technicians when controls or specialized electrical troubleshooting is required.
• Support equipment improvements and reliability initiatives by identifying recurring failures and improvement opportunities.
• Follow Mars/Royal Canin Safety, Quality, Food Safety, and maintenance procedures.
• Keep tools and work areas clean and organized.
• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment when properly trained and certified.
• Participate in training and continued technical development.
• Support shutdowns, equipment installations, and other maintenance activities as required.
• Communicate when assistance is needed, complete assigned work, and leave clear documentation for associates who follow.
• Collaborate with Operations and other technical resources while maintaining established Maintenance processes and standards.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed