MAINTENANCE HOURLY
Description
About Pilgrim’s
Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. As one of the world’s largest poultry producers, Pilgrim’s has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. It’s our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.
Pilgrim’s Arcadia Location
While Pilgrim’s is a global company, we offer a hometown feel within our complex located in Arcadia, WI. Pilgrim’s works with 150 local growers. We employ approximately 500 team members at our complex. We give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match, and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future!
Pilgrim’s wants YOU to join our Truck Shop Team as a Maintenance Mechanic! We are offering a $4000 New Hire Bonus for this position; the hourly wage starts at:
- M1 – $23.85/Hour
- M2 – If EITHER DOT Certified for Inspections OR possess a Class A Driver’s License AND be eligible to be a driver per Company Policy (Starting $25.75/Hour)
- M3 – If BOTH DOT Certified for Inspection AND possess a Class A Driver’s license AND be eligible to drive per Company Policy (Starting $28.60/Hour)
Benefits include:
- 5 Days of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
- Benefits at 60 days of employment, 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
- 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
- Training provided with a trainer/mentor
- Advancement opportunities
- Better Futures Program –2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
- Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program
At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is a Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Truck Mechanic II is responsible for repairing, constructing, servicing, and modifying all live haul vehicles under general supervision of the Lead Maintenance Mechanic or the Live Haul Manager. This position will perform equipment inspections both in the shop and in the field to ensure good working condition. Additionally, this position may occasionally drive semi (if applicant holds a Class A CDL). DOT certified and performs DOT certification/Vehicle Inspections to ensure compliance with CSA 2010.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs daily and routine maintenance of equipment, notifying supervisor of operating problems or major repairs needed. Looks for equipment problems adjusts, and repairs equipment as needed. Ensures that equipment issues are thoroughly documented for shop repair. Identifies opportunities to modify equipment or work procedures to reduce cost or labor.
- Daily inspection of equipment (forklift, track cart, tractor and trailer, packer, or catcher) as well as completion of vehicle condition reports. Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Performs work using tools and equipment safety and proficiently. Maintains a neat and orderly shop. Is on time for work, keeps trucks clean and ensures that the truck and packers are stocked with supplies.
- Maintains accurate record of work completed including parts used and time spent in repairs or modifications. Welds mods and equipment to meet departmental and business needs.
- Supports live haul operation by occasionally transporting the packer, catcher, forklift and track or mod and drawer trailer from processing to grower locations and back. Unloads and sets up packer or catcher and operates either the catcher or the packer. Drives in designated area of the growers’ property.
- Other duties assigned by manager or lead.
EXPECTATIONS – all Team Members
- Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
- Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
- Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- One-year certificate from college or technical school REQUIRED.
- Trains others with the skills and knowledge gained from position.
- CDL/Class A driver’s license preferred with a minimum of one year driving experience. (M3 –REQUIRED to have CDL/Class A driver’s license)
- 1 - 3 Years of previous directly related maintenance experience preferred (M3 position – 3 to 5 years’ experience)
- Hydraulics background preferred.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must Possess a Good Driving Record – record must meet company standards for eligible drivers.
- Very good mechanical skills/aptitude
- Ability to Operate a Forklift/Forklift Certified
- MUST BE DOT CERTIFIED (M3 position)
- May need to lift heavy objects up to appx. 80 – 100 lbs, with assistance.
EOE, including disability/vets