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Maintenance Tech I

Standard MeatFort Worth, Texas

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site

Job Description

Can you cut it with the industry leaders in meat portioning and cooking? We’re always looking for sharp minds and sure hands to join our family business. We are committed to maintaining a safe, diverse, and welcoming workplace for all.

Job Description

Job Title:  Maintenance Tech I          FLSA Status:  Hourly              Department:  Maintenance

SUMMARY: As a valuable member of the Maintenance Team, a Maintenance Technician I will assist other members of the maintenance team in assuring smooth operation of all Standard Meat building systems.  Duties will include equipment / building system monitoring, preventive maintenance, and repair.

Shifts, starting times and workdays will always be determined by production scheduling and coordinated by maintenance supervision to provide adequate coverage of all affected areas. Good attendance and must be available to work overtime and weekends as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBLITIES:

Routinely inspect equipment

·         Able to identify potential equipment failure through routine inspection.

·         Able to identify equipment issues that are an employee and / or a food safety hazard.

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Perform maintenance duties

·         Perform preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled and/or assigned.

·         Maintain operational ability and integrity of equipment.

  • Able to maintain areas associated with maintenance, to the level of requirements covered under the Master Sanitation.

Operate Equipment

·         Able to safely operate various hand tools, power tools, large shop tools, and test instruments such as Voltmeter.

·         Able to safely operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

Maintain all required company & departmental records and documents

  • Daily notes recorded in One-Note
  • PM assignments/work orders
  • Daily blade removal log
  • undefinedMiscellaneous Responsibilities·         Keep work area clean and free of clutter and debris·         Follow all food safety (GMP) and safety guidelines·         Keep personal tools cleaned, maintained and organizedFood Safety and Employee Safety·         Maintenance personnel shall have a thorough understanding of G.M.P.’s and follow accordingly.·         Maintenance personnel shall have a thorough understanding of Standard Meat Company’s Maintenance Program, Safety programs and all Company policies and follow accordingly.·         Appropriate personal safety equipment must be used at all times.·         Hard hats, steel toe boots or shoes and hair nets shall be worn on plant premises. ·         Clean frocks shall be worn in production and vinyl gloves as needed. ·         Tools must be kept clean.·         Under no circumstances shall any equipment safety devices be bypassed at any time.·         Job assignments shall be made and coordinated by the Supervisor of Maintenance - either verbal, written memo or listed on the weekly maintenance task list.QUALIFICATIONS FOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN·         Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems·         Basic Schematic reading·         Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices·         Written and verbal communication skills·         Basic problem-solving skills·         Air filter identification and replacement·         V-Belt identification and replacement·         Light Bulb identification and replacement·         Basic Plumbing identification and repair (Water Closet, sinks, fittings, Pipe threading, Etc.)·         Door repair (Seals, handles, Etc.)·         Inspection of Facility safety devices (Fire Extinguisher, Eye wash station, Etc.)·         Maintain building and grounds·         Oil identification and change·         Bearings identification, lubrication, and repair·         Conveyor belt identification and repair·         Pneumatic hose identification and repair·         Process equipment assembly·         Basic Electrical identification and repair (Plug, Relay, VFD, Etc.)·         Motor/Gearbox identification and repair·         Tap and Die identification and utilizationEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High school education or minimum of 2 years related experience or trainingPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. FunctionAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3StandXWalkXSitXUse hands to finger, handle or feelXReach with hands and armsXClimb or balanceXStoop, kneel, crouch or crawlXThis job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted as reflected below.FunctionAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 poundsXUp to 25 poundsXUp to 50 poundsXUp to 100 poundsXMore than 100 poundsXWORK ENVIRONMENT: Cold Temperature:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme cold temperature.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.Until properly trained, maintenance mechanics will not work on any equipment or building systems they have not been trained on.  It is the responsibility of members of the maintenance team to ask for assistance and/or training on any tasks they are not qualified to perform.NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.Signature acknowledges that you have read and understand the job and responsibilities._________________________________            ___________________                  Print Name                                                    Date_________________________________                  SignatureChange Log:Added: 02/06/2026 Change Log

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    What is the work location for this position at Standard Meat?
    This job at Standard Meat is located in Fort Worth, Texas, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
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    Standard Meat lists this position under the following employment categories:
    • Alternate-schedule
    • Full-time
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    Standard Meat is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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