Maintenance Technician / Mechanic - Universal Pure : Job Details

At Universal Pure, we're dedicated to giving people everywhere safe, fresh, and delicious food to eat and drink. We provide high-pressure processing (HPP), value-added services and cold storage for our partners in the food industry. We are focused on safety and driven by service. Hours / Days to be determined 401(k) with company match!Benefits offered at Universal Pure:

• 401(k) with company match!
• Paid vacation and holidays!
• Health and medical benefits!
• A culture of people development and internal career growth.
• A culture of caring, collaboration and respect.

Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing the HPP machines, as well as facility/building maintenance. Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Repair and maintain high pressure pasteurization equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace pneumatic equipment such as hydronic and hydraulic seals, high pressure components, air compressors, pumps, hoses, and cylinders.
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and replace AC and DC electrical equipment such as controls, proximity sensors, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, and timers.
• Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs.
• Maintaining the building HVAC equipment to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, water heaters, HVAC, water pumps, heat exchangers, evaporators, fans and powered industrial equipment.
• Welding equipment such as frames, conveyors, package handling equipment, carts, and guards.
• Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door, or wall repair
• Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures
• Applying preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems, such as using a sealant on a flat roof.
• Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Painting the building when old paint has become faded or chipped.
• Other duties as assigned.

Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Mechanically inclined with ability to troubleshoot and repair machinery.
• Intermediate electrical experience and ability.
• Basic to intermediate welding experience.
• Basic to intermediate HVAC experience.
• Responsible, trustworthy, takes initiative and keeps busy.
• Ability to perform basic mental math
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to effectively work with others and as part of a team
• Refrigeration, warehouse, production or manufacturing experience preferred

Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Work Environment:

• This role operates in a wet and cold/refrigerated environment (around 35 degrees F) located within manufacturing, warehousing, and production type facility. Must be able to withstand cold temperatures for 12 hours a day.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Physical Demands:

• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.

Allergen Statement: Hourly Employees: Universal Pure facilities may process, pack, and or store products containing allergenic food ingredients as referenced by FDA, team members who may come in direct contact, must be able to work with these ingredients. At Universal Pure we offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other health benefits. We also offer a 401(k) with a company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays. We are developing an effective, caring, and respectful team both in the HR department and across the organization and seek to add new employees who feel the same. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Upon offer of employment, candidates will be asked to complete a drug screening test. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of this test. Marijuana/THC will NOT disqualify an applicant.