What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Dickinson Frozen Foods?
There is much more to DFF than just making quality products. We pride ourselves in the team that makes up this great company. We offer our employees something that most companies can't in this day and age, amplified career opportunities without losing the family friendly environment that keeps the company growing. We pride ourselves in being honest, dependable and caring in dealings with all people -- especially with our team members!
Our team can expect to grow, be challenged, and have a rewarding, fulfilling experience through being able to have a positive influence on the success of their functional capacity and the company. Whatever your career goals may be, DFF may have the ideal job for you. From sales to accounting, production to quality, we strive to be the best place to work for everyone that joins our team.
Job Summary
Responsible to perform maintenance duties in the plant including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, boiler gauge reading, welding, etc.
Reasonable Accommodation
Essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to him/herself or others.
Duties & Responsibilities
Essential
- Work on preventative maintenance priorities on a daily basis
- Fill out work orders to track work done in department
- Respond to radio calls to troubleshoot breakdowns of any and all machinery
- Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor to inform of needs for outside contractor expertise
- Fabricate equipment
- Take readings on boiler gauge and refrigeration
- Work on and fix hydraulics, belts, pneumatic equipment etc in a safe and efficient manner
- Use lockout/tagout according to company standards and policies
- Use a variety of tools (hand tools, power tools, welders, torch, fax, copier, grinder, radio, calipers, dial indicator, etc) in a safe manner to perform essential job duties
- Be able to physically lift 50 lbs on a daily basis and up to 200 lbs occasionally
- Work in indoor and outdoor conditions. Work in confined areas and at elevated heights
- Maintain good personal hygiene, follow GMP’s and keep a clean, safe and sanitary work place. Immediately report any situation that may cause product to be contaminated.
- Display to the Guard your DFF-issued photo ID whenever entering the premises. Report the loss of this ID card to the supervisor. Do not give your ID card to any other individual. Immediately report to the supervisor any suspicious activity by employees or visitors.
Additional
- Complete special projects as assigned.
Supervision of Others
- There are no supervisory duties associated with this position
Licenses, Permits, Certifications Required
- Forklift Certification
- Welder certification
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent technical skills
- Mechanical ability; work with tools safely and correctly
- Ability to make decisions based on various safety factors
- Able to travel to all areas of the plant efficiently, including climbing stairs.
- Able to lift 50 lbs frequently during shift
- Must be able to work effectively and safely in a wet and hot/cold environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.39 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Night shift
Work setting:
- In-person
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
