Plant Technician

Plant Maintenance Technician I-III openings

**2ND SHIFT ONLY 2PM - 10 PM**

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Completion of all work orders via CMMS
• Perform both emergency and corrective action repairs.
• Prepares both building and processing equipment for season start-up and shut down.
• Be able to work a minimum of six days per week and 12 hours per day. Weekend work is required.
• Read equipment O&M manuals and electrical schematics.
• Assist with operational support on equipment and coordinates parts and repairs with the Maintenance Coordinator.
• Train personnel in the correct manner to perform and complete daily, monthly quarterly, semi-annual and annual PM’s.
• Fabricate material and come up with corrective solutions to resolve problems.
• Maintain communication with Maintenance Manager, Plant Managers, Operations Supervisors and Maintenance Coordinator.
• Supervises and manages time effectively with no supervision.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 5-8 years of maintenance in a food grade industrial facility preferred.
• Electrical and troubleshooting experience 5-8 years’ experience with certifications of courses completed.
• Ice machines & Ammonia Refrigeration, HVAC, Industrial Ice Machines, and Boiler experience required.
• Knowledge of electronic circuitry, PLC’s and VFD’s
• Willingness to further education with both outside training courses and hands on training on equipment.

COMPUTER SKILLS: High

• PLC Programming Experience required

Combo of Technical and hands on skills:

Skills:

• Basic Knowledge of Agricultural Equipment: Familiarity with tractors, irrigation systems, and other equipment common on farms.
• Ability to Read Technical Manuals: Understanding blueprints, electrical schematics, and mechanical diagrams for equipment repair.

Practical Experience:

• Previous experience working on pumps, irrigation systems, water systems, or electrical equipment in agricultural settings.
• Experience with Electrical Equipment on Farms
• Familiarity with farm-specific electrical systems such as irrigation systems, water wells.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Pump Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
• Knowledge of various pump types and their functions.
• Ability to maintain, repair, and replace pumps, including checking for leaks, wear, and performance issues.

Electrical Systems Knowledge:

• Understanding of electrical circuits, wiring, and controls (particularly as they apply to farming equipment).
• Familiarity with electrical panels, motor controllers, and troubleshooting electrical issues like shorts or blown fuses.
• Piping Systems and Fluid Flow:
• Knowledge of pipe installation, repair, and maintenance, as well as the flow dynamics involved in pump operations.