Maintenance Technician

Position: Maintenance Technician I
## Maintenance Technician IApplylocations:
Elkmont, Alabama time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR102163
** Job Description

Summary:

** We are hiring Maintenance people to join our team. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of general maintenance function and cleaning duties to ensure safe working conditions and to meet or exceed regulatory compliance. And partners with management team to create and maintain a safe work environment.
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* Job Description:

*** Perform cleaning and maintenance duties to ensure a safe and organized environment, including sweeping, mopping, bathrooms, and laundry.
* Shipping and Receiving packages daily
* Inventory* Delivering Supplies to departments.
* Furniture assembly and Installation.
* Assist with facility upkeep and general maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to use basic hand tools.  
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow task specific instructions,  such as Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.  
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• A person in this position is expected to walk/stand for extended periods.  
• Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighting up to 40 lbs.  
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.  
• Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level.  
• Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• Must be able to frequently kneel/squat  
• Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on  knees.  
• Must be able to conduct repetitive tasks.  
• Must be able to use both fixed and portable ladders (step and/or  extension ladders).  
• Utilize a variety of basic tools.  
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for identified  tasks, such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets,  work gloves, work boots, harness, etc.  Work

Conditions:

• Exposed at times to airborne particles, such as dust and dander.  
• Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be  exposed to chemicals, such as detergents, and disinfectants.  
• Exposed to farm related smells and foul odors.

Benefits:
Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive  consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national  origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic  protected by law### Why work here?

We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations.
We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen!### About UsWorking at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry. In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring.

Are you ready for the adventure?
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