Maintenance Tech

Job Description

Position Summary

The Maintenance staff is responsible for all maintenance issues including installs, repairs, and equipment transfers within the plant to ensure the plant remains operational.

Perform preventative and general maintenance

Monitor, maintain, and repair electrical and automated equipment and systems including centrifuge, conveyors, hammermills, and grain equipment

Check heat sources, pressures, change belts, grease bearings, keep oil full as needed, flush pipes

Take readings and compare trends

Clean wetcake pad

Perform maintenance during scheduled shutdowns

Service equipment and company vehicles

Upgrade and install new equipment

Repair faulty equipment

Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed

Detect and fix leaks, noises, smells, and vibrations in equipment

Assist vendors when contract work is needed

Fabricate and weld equipment as needed

Job Requirements:

A high school diploma / GED

One year of related maintenance work experience

Ability to operate company equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of plumbing and water treatment

Ability to follow direction and standard operating procedures

Ability to speak and comprehend basic English

Ability to stand and walk frequently; twist, bend, and reach on a regular basis

Work with caustic chemicals