Maintenance Worker 1

The Maintenance position performs preventive and corrective maintenance in the plant under management supervision. Yearly pay range: $76000 - $92500 Essential Duties/Responsibilities Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Performs preventative maintenance on all plant equipment.

Performs machine repair and installation such as replacing motors, gear boxes, screw conveyors, threading piping, weld piping, repair/replace pumps and uses cutting torch. Conducts daily greasing and oiling of plant equipment as needed. Diagnosis and replacement of equipment parts with little or no direction. Maintains clean, neat, and orderly work area at all times.

Responsible for using assigned personal protective equipment and required safety equipment; responsible for being familiar with and observing all Company safety rules and regulations. Attends regularly scheduled safety meetings and may be asked to serve on Safety Committee. All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 2 - year experience in industrial maintenance. Minimum of 2 - years experience with stick/arc welding. Minimum of 1-year experience using a plasma cutter and oxygen acetylene torch. Minimum of 2-year operating arial lifts. Must be able to work rotating weekend shifts Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a slaughter/rendering plant.

Experience with high pressure boilers. Blowdowns, chemical testing etc. High mechanical aptitude; able to diagnosis repair problems with motors and other equipment.