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Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.
At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Summary:
The Maintenance Mechanic troubleshoots, repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical and electrical equipment such as motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and production equipment by performing the following duties.

NIGHT SHIFT - Rotating Schedule 3-2-2-3 / 4pm-4:30am

Essential Functions:

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications.
• Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, saws, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Sharpens and reshapes tools as necessary.
• Ability to repair electrical equipment with motors.
• Follows plant food safety policies and industry best practices.
• Acquires knowledge of Trident’s Environmental and Safety Policies by completing required training programs and performing designated work activities in accordance with training and procedures/work instructions.
• Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or safety trainings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full-time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave.  For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience.  Commuter and transit programs are also available. 

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 year of experience in Production Maintenance.
• HS Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education & Experiences:

• Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, conveyors and bagging machines.
• One year certificate from college or technical school.
• Basic electrical and automation controls.
• 3-5 years experience in production maintenance.
• Basic PLC input/output troubleshooting experience.
• Basic VFD programing experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong communication skills and ability to problem solve and troubleshoot diverse breakdowns.
• Demonstrated knowledge in various software programs such as Microsoft applications and experience with a CMMS program.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools to include welding machines, cutting torches and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Work environment:

• Production Environment

Work Ability Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is frequently required to climb or balance.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

Work Authorizations

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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Trident Seafoods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted.
Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.