Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician for our client in Booneville, MS. The pay will be starting out at $27.00 and then over 120 days it will move to $35 depending on performance. This will be a 12 hour shift position.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining plant equipment, responding to emergency breakdowns, and performing preventative maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operations. This role requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, basic welding and fabrication abilities, and the use of SAP for work order management.

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs across plant equipment.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns and repairs.
• Conduct shift rounds (minimum twice per shift) to inspect compressors, chillers, pumps, silos, extrusion equipment, and critical systems.
• Report and address equipment deficiencies, leaks, or hazards.
• Execute preventative maintenance tasks (lubrication, filter changes, oil changes, motor/pump replacements, plumbing, painting, cleaning).
• Assess operational states of equipment and determine corrective actions.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards.
• Complete assignments independently and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in extrusion or 3+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of compressed air, chilled water, recycled water, city water systems, electrical distribution panels, buss bar disconnects, and primary circuit breakers.
• Mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills; welding and fabrication experience.
• Computer proficiency (SAP preferred).
• Strong commitment to safety and reliability.

• Regular standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching.
• Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral, and focus adjustment.

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical shock risk, wet/humid conditions, fumes, extreme heat, vibration, and loud noise.
• Occasional work at heights or precarious places.