1st Shift Truck Maintenance Technician

Michigan Turkey Producers • Wyoming, MI

35d

About The Position

Essential Functions of Role:

THIS IS “HANDS ON” NON-PRODUCTION OPERATION ROLE.

Meeting USDA, HACCP, GMFP, OSHA and Company standards, and under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Manager.
Responsible for performing preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, rebuilds and projects on all plant equipment in a safe and efficient manner.    

ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

Performing preventative maintenance on plant equipment in a timely, thorough, and efficient manner.
Responding to breakdown calls in a professional, safe, and timely manner. (Down equipment takes priority over all other responsibilities).
Track truck & trailer status in accordance with DOT regulations and company rules.
Tracking parts usage and order replacement parts as needed within specified budget.
Managing contracted projects from start to finish.

Requirements

• 5 years' experience in truck and facilities maintenance and/or automotive experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment as required for job role.
• Protective Eye Wear
• Ear Plugs
• Hard Hat
• Hair Net
• Protective Coat (clothing protector)
• Impervious Boots / Shoes
• Must be able to physically perform the essential functions of the role as outlined.
• Must be able to twist, bend, reach, and sit for 8 hours or the duration of the shift, in a wet cold environment.
• Must be able to get underneath or mount equipment ranging from below grade (below floor level) up to 17 feet and in a space of 2’x 2’or larger to perform repairs and inspections.
• Must be able to physically perform equipment repairs in a slippery/uneven environment which includes but is not limited to slopped flooring, pitched flooring, steps throughout work areas, etc.
• Must be able to lift, tighten (“torque”) equipment up to approximately 70 pounds.
• Must be able to safely & efficiently make machine / equipment repairs in a seriously demanding, challenging, fast-paced, high pressure and tense atmosphere.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with maintenance of a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation program and Michigan Transportation Guide.
• Automotive maintenance experience is acceptable and will train the right candidate.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Schedule work with customers (including various company departments and individuals), and initiate work orders, house requisitions and orders from stock.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job and instructing others.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventative maintenance on plant equipment in a timely, thorough, and efficient manner.
• Responding to breakdown calls in a professional, safe, and timely manner.
• Track truck & trailer status in accordance with DOT regulations and company rules.
• Tracking parts usage and order replacement parts as needed within specified budget.
• Managing contracted projects from start to finish.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees