MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
GENERAL PURPOSE
Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively
and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding,
and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight
focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and
packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
• Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and
performance
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to
perform required maintenance and service
• Support the installation of new equipment
• Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems
and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required
information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and
acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding
health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate
regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee,
but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls
(PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
• 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled
equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
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• Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay
control, process control and packaging equipment
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent
component failures or equipment down time
• Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling
equipment in a safe manner
• Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
• Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and
decimals
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
REPORTING TO THIS POSITION
• None
BACKUP SUPPORT TO POSITION(S)
• N/A
TRAVEL
☒ No travel required
☐ 5%-15% (1-3 times per year)
☐ 15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter)
☐ 25%-50% (up to 1 week per month)
☐ 50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)
☐ 75%-100% (3 weeks per month)
SCOPE INFORMATION
• N/A
JOB PROFILE CREATED BY
• HQ Human Resources
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Original: January 2023
Revised:
See last page for Physical Demands
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DFA PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Place an “X” in the appropriate response
Never
0% of shift
Occasional
1-33% of shift
Frequent
34-66% of shift
Constant
67-100% of shift
Physical Demands
Sit
Stand
Walk
Grasp, handle, twist or type
Reach (forward or overhead)
Climb (stairs or ladder)
Squatting, kneeling or bending
Push/pull
Crawling
Driving a vehicle
Lifting/Carrying
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 55 pounds
Up to 75 pounds
75-100 pounds
Work Environment
Use of chemicals
Must maintain a constant state of alertness
Outdoor weather conditions
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°
Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°
Noise > 80 decibels
Dust
Fumes
Ability to work around dairy/food products
Work in tight or narrow spaces
Working in, around & over lines/obstacles
Ability to work with limited supervision
Typical office environment
Typical manufacturing environment
Typical farm/livestock environment
Typical lab environment
Sensory Demands (Check all that apply)
☐ Verbal Communication ☐ Touch ☐ Smell ☐ Hear ☐ Read ☐ Taste ☐ Write
Vision (Check all that apply)
☐ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
☐ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
☐ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color)
☐ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed
on a given point)
☐ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)