What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Technician-**Mississippi/Laurel position at Amick Farms?
Facility Upkeep
- Perform minor building maintenance (lighting, plumbing, HVAC, etc.)
Documentation
- Maintain logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used
Safety Compliance
- Follow OSHA, USDA, state, and company safety protocols (e.g., lockout/tagout procedures)
Physical Requirements:
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Lift up to 50-75 lbs.
- Work in cold, wet, and noisy environments (30°F or lower)
- Climb ladders and work at heights
- Work is performed in a plant setting with moderate noise levels in the working environment
Skills and Knowledge:
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex systems
- Technical Knowledge
- Familiarity with PLCs, servo motors, and industrial tools
- Communication
- Clear reporting and coordination with supervisors and production teams
- Education
- High school diploma or GED; vocational training or technical certifications are a plus
- Experience
- 1–3 years in industrial or food-grade maintenance preferred
- Ability to read and write in English
Tools and Equipment Used:
- Hand and power tools
- Diagnostic meters
- Forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts
- CMMS software for tracking maintenance tasks
Competencies:
Core Competencies
- Safety
- Quality
- Yield
- Cost
- Relationships
Team Member Code
- Safety starts and ends with you
- People eat what we make
- Hard work always pays off
- Doing what’s right is never wrong
- Communicate, Communicate, Communicate