Maintenance Technician

This person will be responsible for maintaining the buildings, grounds and equipment. These include, but are not limited to: Pumps, motors, valves, VFD’s, electrical, plumbing, air handling, blowers, silos, vats, forklifts, packaging lines, waste handling and incoming water, so that the operation can remain in a steady state of operation with as little downtime as possible. Essential Job Functions Have knowledge of and understand all equipment so that it is maintained in good operating conditions through the implementation of a Preventative Maintenance Program Documents maintenance and sanitation of equipment Maintain equipment by the use of sanitary practices for all work completed Accurately run all tests necessary prior to commissioning new or repaired equipment Reports and follows up on all repairs of equipment as needed Maintains waste water, EQ, HSW and DAF Maintains incoming city water lines with proper back flow preventers Monitors incoming air supply to maintain compliance to standards Perform all other assignments as required Commitment to Food Safety Standards Job Requirements Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor sometimes under adverse conditions Ability to communicate orally and in writing; accurately record all repairs Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely Must be available to work flexible hours and weekends Physical Requirements The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.