Plant Maintenance Technician Level 2

Job Description

Being Better Than We Have to Be: Since 1938, Hiland Dairy has been setting high standards in performance and quality to then exceed those marks. Never settling for less than the very best we can offer.

We have locations in 11 States across the United States. We service multiple chains of retail stores within the country.

Doing What is Right: We define this by treating our greatest asset — our team members — with dignity & respect. We strive to attract & retain high quality people by providing a competitive benefits & compensation package. We invest in our team members by continually training and upgrading the skills of our people.

The Plant Maintenance I performs basic installations, maintains, and repairs production and manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications.

• Perform BASIC preventative maintenance inspection and service on all production and manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company guidelines.
• Perform BASIC troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and maintain equipment to the desired company performance standards.
• Interface, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic computerized systems and equipment
• Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset and assisting in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Comply with all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.
• Use all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Possess the necessary personal tools to perform duties.

• English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business necessity.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
• Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving are required.
• Must pass pre-employment testing and physical evaluation and be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience with any of the following preferred:
  • basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays, installation, frequency drive).
  • conveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls).
  • electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).
  • gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts).
  • hydraulic-high pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, and troubleshooting).
  • kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.).
  • high-speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.).
  • pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinder solenoids, motor brakes, reading).
  • pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs).
  • preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data)

• PLC, HVAC, Ammonia, Refrigeration, or other specialty certifications preferred but not required.
• One year certificate from college or technical school; or one-year related experience and/or training in manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair; or an equivalent combination of continued education and experience.
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with a full range of body motion.
• Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds.
• Must be able to work in an office environment, extended periods in a cold, damp and hot environment.
• Must be able to work in variable weather conditions.

3 days 6:00AM - 6:00PM or 6:00PM - 6:00AM

4th day: 4-hour shift with Over Time available

3 days off

$29.90 per hour

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance;
Competitive Retirement plan;
Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave;
Free Discount Programs (Citypass, Groupon)

If you are interested in joining our exciting team, please email your availability (date & time) for an interview to Mary Abram at and Isela Rodriguez at

Hiland Dairy Foods Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.