Maintenance Technician

Company: Seaboard Corporation
Location: Iowa Falls
Posted on: October 13, 2021

Job Description:

ABOUT SEABOARD FOODS

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. Together, more than 5,000 employees in five states work in our farms, feed mills, and processing plant, to produce Prairie Fresh® pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to the pursuit of pork perfection, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. This ensures the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home.JOB PURPOSE

Assist in maintaining and repairing physical structures of buildings by performing the following duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

* Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, install, and inspect, for the following but not limited to automated feed systems, fresh water systems, recycle systems, cool cells, ventilation, controllers, and penning for animal production facilities sites to ensure operations run efficiently and effectively. * Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. * Follow work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment require replacement, repair, or maintenance. * Welding of buildings equipment including load out chutes, and fabrications of some penning or gating. * Must be on call available for emergency situations.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action oriented, accepts accountability, and drives results.

REQUIREMENTS

* Two-year technical degree or greater, High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three months experience or training; or combination of education and experience. * Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and work orders. Ability to write simple correspondence. * Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations. * Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. * Must posses a current valid driver's license, acceptable MVR, and ability to pass DOT physical and obtain medical card. 

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.?

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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