What are the responsibilities and job description for the Valve Technician Lead position at Idaho Milk Products?
SHIFT:
Day Shift Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm
BENEFITS:
We are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Valve Technician Lead is responsible for guiding and supporting Valve Technicians and Apprentices while remaining actively engaged in field work. This position provides technical leadership, advanced troubleshooting, and hands-on maintenance of industrial valves and related equipment. The Lead ensures that maintenance activities are performed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards, while serving as a resource and mentor for less experienced technicians.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machines and facility equipment
• Provides technical guidance and field support to Valve Technicians and Apprentices
• Assists in training team members on proper maintenance practices and safety procedures
• Diagnoses complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues; develops and implements solutions
• Oversees and participates in emergency/unscheduled repairs and scheduled maintenance activities
• Reviews and ensures completion of work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, and equipment installations
• Performs minor and major repairs on plant equipment in the production facility
• Ensures compliance with OSHA Safety and Health rules and company safety policies
• Performs work in confined spaces and from aerial lifts as required
• Identifies opportunities to improve maintenance processes and equipment reliability
• Collaborates with the Maintenance Supervisor to align field activities with plant goals
• Performs all other duties as assigned or needed
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance preferred
Experience:
• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, with strong valve and pump expertise
• Hands-on experience with dairy processing equipment and plant facilities preferred
• Advanced troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to mentor and support technicians in the field
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship
• Advanced Problem-Solving
• Strong Commitment to Safety & Quality
• Effective Communication & Collaboration
• Results-Oriented and Productivity-Driven
Physical Requirements:
• Environmental exposure to warehouses stored at ambient (60-70° F), refrigerated (35° F), and frozen (minus 20° F) temperatures.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for short distances on a regular basis.
• Subject to up to at least 92db’s
• Lifting: up to 100 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. regularly
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, on a regular basis
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist occasionally
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities that must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we invite you to apply by visiting our website at www.idahomilkproducts.com