PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Plant Maintenance Technician

Location: Hilo, HI

Position Summary

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing, packaging, utility, and facility equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production by performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance while adhering to all food safety, safety, and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical Aptitude: Understand gears, bearings, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and alignment tools.
• Electrical Knowledge: Read schematics, troubleshoot 24VDC to 480VAC systems, and service three-phase motors and AC/DC drives.
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Diagnose fluid power issues, valves, actuators, and compressed air systems.
• Knowledge of boiler systems: Identification of safety, pressure, and flow elements.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Perform routine inspections, and scheduled upkeep.
• Welding & Fabrication: Carry out basic MIG/stick welding, custom bracket fabrication, and emergency pipe or structural repairs. (Optional or willing to learn)
• Reading Technical Documentation: Interpret electrical/hydraulic blueprints, assembly manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): Follow hazardous energy control procedures before servicing machinery.
• Safety Protocols: Strict adherence to site safety rules, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Hazard Awareness: Recognizing unsafe working conditions, slippery surfaces, or malfunctioning equipment and reporting them immediately.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Perform quick root-cause analysis when unexpected machine breakdowns happen.
• Communication: Clearly report issues, coordinate with line operators, and explain technical fixes to non-technical staff.
• Time Management & Adaptability: Prioritize emergency breakdowns while keeping up with scheduled daily maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting pumps, bearings, conveyors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including motors, motor controls, three-phase power, and industrial control circuits.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.
• Knowledge of boiler operations, pressure systems, and utility equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance programs and maintenance best practices.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and safe work practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and stand for extended periods.
• Must be available for shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

• What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Pay Range:$26.00 - $32.00 per hour

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  Since 1897, Meadow Gold has been providing the families of Hawaii with wholesome, local, and nutritious food and beverage products. At Meadow Gold, we are committed to investing in and giving back to our local communities through deep-rooted community partnerships. By joining Meadow Gold, you will be essential to delivering our mission and helping us continue our legacy.

  Meadow Gold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.