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What they do
A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$49,841 / year median in Idaho
+16% projected growth
Job Description
at Basic American Foods in Rexburg, Idaho, United States Job Description
JOB TITLE
: Maintenance Mechanic
DEPARTMENT
: Maintenance
REPORTS TO
Maintenance Manager
FLSA STATUS
: Non-Exempt.
SUPERVISORY ROLE
(Y/N):
N TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
:
None Pay Range:
$21.93-$33.36 DOE
JOB SUMMARY
+ Accountable for the timely installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex plant equipment and facilities that are instrumental in the efficient functioning of automated production lines and a manufacturing facility operating on a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week operation.
+ The incumbent is assigned jobs by the supervisor and is expected to complete most jobs, including those of a complex nature, with little to no supervision
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
+ Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, dryers, mixers, and packaging machinery.
+ Troubleshoot mechanical failures and equipment malfunctions in a timely and safe manner.
+ Fabricate, weld, or modify parts and components as needed.
+ Assist with equipment installation and commissioning of new machinery.
+ Perform preventive and predictive maintenance according to established schedules.
+ Maintain detailed maintenance and repair logs in
ERP / CMMS
(Computer Maintenance Management System).
+ Work collaboratively with electricians, operators, and supervisors to support production goals.
+ Ensure compliance with all codes, safety regulations, Lockout/Tagout ( LOTO ), and food safety standards.
+ Understand the basics of electricity. Wire 3 phase motors and basic trouble shooting.
QUALIFICATIONS
+ Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, and drive systems.
+ Basic understanding of electrical systems and ability to assist with minor electrical troubleshooting.
+ Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals. Must own all basic tools to be used on the job. (Specialty tools will be provided). Preferred Qualifications
+ Welding and fabrication experience ( TIG / MIG /Stick).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
+ High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school certification preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
+ Preferred 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS
+ Physically able to lift 50 LBS , climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas as needed.
+ Willingness to work flexible hours, including we To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account