Powerhouse Technician - 3rd Shift (Sign-On Bonus & Relocation!)

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!

Our team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages:

• Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay - $26.80 - $36.70

• $1/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift

• Sign-On Bonus - $2,500

• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements 

• Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!

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  High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.

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  Ability to work with or without supervision.

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  Good written and verbal communication skills.

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  Effectively utilize measuring equipment

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  Knowledge of electrical and plumbing a plus

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  Prior experience reading schematics and hydraulic drawings, (Preferred)

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  May be required to work long hours and weekends

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  Ammonia operator I, II, III, RETA, PSM, Boiler I, II and license (Any preferred)

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  Capable of meeting the physical requirements of HAZMAT Technician.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.  

• Must be able to perform studies on the production floor and cooler areas, working temperatures ranging from -40 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit and in constant noise, exposure to fumes, dust, mechanical, electrical and safety hazards.

• Noise level in the work environment is moderate but can be loud if in the plant areas.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces

• Must be able to work at elevated heights

• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices.

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Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.