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About the Role
Upstate Niagara Cooperative, a dairy cooperative owned by local family farms, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support sustainable farming and deliver fresh, local dairy products. This role is crucial for maintaining production and supporting equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform breakdown and preventative maintenance on production and supporting equipment.
- Carry out tasks issued by maintenance shift supervisor.
- Troubleshoot support system problems using basic problem-solving skills.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks on assigned equipment.
- Complete all standard work orders and preventative maintenance tasks, submitting all completed paperwork.
- Record information in required logbooks for systems history and continuous improvement.
- Record parts/components used for repairs to ensure replenishment and proper disposal of used parts/components.
- Ensure quality standards are adhered to after PMs and/or repairs.
- Perform machine repairs based upon a maintenance call or assignment in a timely fashion.
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas and properly dispose of replaced parts/components.
- Promote a safe and harmonious work environment with adherence to company policy, procedures, safety, and health regulations.
- Maintain compliance with S.Q.F. Certification.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of a GED or High School Diploma.
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- Technical training or electrical/mechanical technician degree, or verifiable comparable experience.
- Must be able to operate forklifts and pallet jacks (electric/manual).
- Must be able to work within varied temperature ranges.
- Must be able to work with numerous forms of energy such as electricity, steam, pneumatic, mechanical.
- Must be able to read, interpret and comprehend schematics and blueprints.
- Must be able to use Human Interface Machines and computers (stop and start-up).
- Must be able to lift up to and including 50 lbs.
- Ability to communicate with co-workers, management team members, and other individuals in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to climb ladders, stairs or use a scissor lift to inspect and/or repair equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks.
- Ability to perform functions in a fast-paced environment.
- Promote and lead by example a safety culture that drives safety as number one.
- Able to work in a varied temperature environment.
- Adheres to Company Policy and Procedures.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule to provide program continuity and visibility.
- Acts as a role model outside and within the Company.
- Performs duties as workload necessitates.
- Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
- Meets departmental productivity standards.
- Provides guidance for coworkers as needed or as requested.
- Communicates regularly with supervisor about job-related issues.
- Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
- Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position.
Skills
- Basic problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of how assigned equipment operates
- Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in mechanics
- Experience with plumbing, pumps, seals & gaskets, drive systems (gear, belt, and chain), bearings & bushings, fastener thread designations & properties of lubricants
- Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in pneumatics
- Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in hydraulics
- Basic knowledge & troubleshooting skills in electrical
- Knowledge of general computer functions such as Microsoft Office programs, spreadsheets, etc.
- Knowledge of basic safety regulations
- Skill in multi-tasking
- Skill in basic problem solving
- Skill with basic math procedures
- Skill in team-building
- Skill in interpersonal and communication
- Possess good mechanical aptitude to disassemble and assemble all types of equipment
- Experience with programmable logic controller, instruments and controls is preferred
- Experience with boilers, ammonia refrigeration, air compressors, air handling units and HVAC is a plus
- Understanding basic single phase wiring
- Correct use of a multimeter
- AC & DC power
- Fuses and breakers
- Read and understand basic electrical prints
- Basic knowledge of three phase wiring
- Identify and change three phase motor rotation
- Proper motor and name plate reading
- Actuators & sensors
- PLC
- Basic understanding of how pneumatics work
- Knowledge of the function and type of control components
- Basic understanding of how hydraulics work
- Knowledge of the function and type of control components
- Read and understand basic hydraulic prints
Location
- Upstate New York
Work Type
- Full Time - 2nd & 3rd Shift
- Part Time
- Flex Scheduling
Experience Level
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience within the mechanical field
Education Level
- GED or High School Diploma
- Technical training or electrical/mechanical technician degree
Salary/Compensations
- $26-$36 per hour
Benefits
- Participation in group health and/or dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Wellness program
- Paid time away from work
- Paid holidays
About the Company
- Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives.
- Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®.
- We support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.
Equal Opportunity
- Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.