Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift Shift: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support a food manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations while meeting USDA/FDA food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Install, assemble, and maintain production machinery and electrical systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Perform basic welding and fabrication as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in a computerized maintenance system.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Support production operations and complete additional maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous maintenance experience in manufacturing or food production preferred.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• PLC, VFD, and ammonia refrigeration experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Comfortable working in refrigerated temperatures (35°F–45°F).
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. with assistance.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

Apply today! If you have industrial maintenance experience and strong troubleshooting skills, we encourage you to apply! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. IND2