What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN position at KENT WORLDWIDE?
Looking for a role where your skills make a real impact—and your career can grow? Grain Processing Corporation (GPC), a member of the KENT Worldwide™ family of companies, has a great opportunity to join our team as a Maintenance Technician! In this position, you’ll take ownership of maintaining and repairing critical mechanical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Start the year strong-apply today and make this the year your career grows!
- This full-time hourly position offers a competitive wages, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to advance with a company that’s committed to your development.
- This position is designed and intended to be performed in Washington, IN.
- Service and maintain manufacturing equipment by checking, testing, troubleshooting, and replacing faulty mechanical components; perform running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls as needed.
- Plan and execute preventative maintenance while ensuring all work complies with safety rules, plant policies, and PPE/permit requirements.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, manuals, and procedures to guide repairs and fabrication.
- Use hand, power, and shop tools—including welding and machining—to repair, maintain, and fabricate parts for safe and efficient equipment operation.
- Collaborate with mechanical/electrical technicians and production operators to troubleshoot issues; participate in major installations with other trades.
- Operate forklifts, aerial manlifts, and similar equipment; perform tasks requiring climbing, bending, crawling, and maneuvering into various positions.
- Complete other mechanical/maintenance duties as assigned, including determining pipe specifications and alternative procedures.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Welding (Arc and Tig).
- Plasma cutter and acetylene torch experience.
- Understanding and knowledge of tools used in maintenance.
- Millwright.
- Computer- experience in Microsoft applications and a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
- Work in a non-climate controlled environment.
- Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts (days, nights, holidays, and weekends) and overtime.
- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work at heights.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces.
- Must wear protective equipment, including the ability to wear a respirator.
- Be able to work in a smoke and tobacco free environment.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write English
- Must be able to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
- Lift up to 55 lbs.