Environmental Systems Maintenance Technician; 1st Shift

Position: Environmental Systems Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)
Location: Estherville

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at  to learn more!

Our Central Bi-Products facility in Estherville, IA collects and transforms porcine from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about Central Bi-Products by visiting  Estherville, IA location is now seeking applications for the brand-new position of Environmental Systems Maintenance Technician! We offer a starting wage of $27.31/Hr. along with scheduled increases and a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, paid holidays, 401K, and so much more!

Schedule Monday
- Friday, 7:00am-4:15pmAdditional hours may be necessary on a required or voluntary basis during the week or weekend

Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Systems Maintenance, Inspections, & Testing Wastewater Quality Control Record-Keeping & Compliance Buildings & Grounds

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operate, maintain, and/or repair the following: boilers, air systems, wastewater treatment equipment, industrial air scrubbers, and chemical storage and distribution systems

Collect and test samples to determine if systems need to be adjusted to meet safety and operational requirements

Legibly record observations and maintain equipment records; communicate any issues to leadership, as needed

Safely and correctly use tools and equipment provided for assigned duties

Assist vendors with equipment inspections; report concerns and troubleshoot with vendors, as needed

Remove snow and salt walkways or mow and remove weeds, seasonally

Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures and improvement initiatives

Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including safety, environmental, and food/feed safety

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications Experience working in a manufacturing environment with a mechanical discipline, preferred

Experience with boilers, air systems, and/or wastewater systems, desired

Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English Experience operating a forklift and/or telehandler, preferred; ability to pass in-house certifications, upon hire Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools

Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usage

Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information

Understand and operate basic computer systems

Knowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot work

Work in a facility that processes pigs Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements Stand up to 100 % of the workday

Consistently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 100 pounds

Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees

Frequently climb ladders up to 40 feet; climb stairs up to 90 feet Occasionally push and/or pull objects up to 100 pounds

Ability to work safely in all weather conditions including wet slippery conditions or extreme hot/cold