Maintenance Technician

With the expansion of our Maintenance Team, Briess is currently looking for Full Time Team Members to join our Maintenance Team. This position can be on any shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd). Maintenance Technicians are responsible for maintaining of all equipment, electrical systems, HVAC systems, and plumbing systems within the Manitowoc Malt and Roasting Facility.

Briess Industries is a leading manufacturer of malted barley and other natural specialty food ingredients. We have been family owned and operated since 1876.

We embrace a family culture that motivates, inspires and encourages Team Members to engage and develop their full potential, both professionally and personally.

Starting Pay of $26-$30/hour

Job Duties:

• Troubleshoot all electrical systems and components including motors, motor starters, variable frequency drives (FDD) and thermal couples (RTD).
• Help maintain building and grounds maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HVAC systems at main office, plant office and additional plant intakes and exhaust systems.
• Weld stainless steel materials to maintain process equipment including sanitary process tubing by use of Tig welding along with the use of Stick/Mig as needed.
• Maintain high and low-pressure boiler systems including chemical addition to maintain the proper chemical level with the steam systems.
• Help maintain preventative maintenance program of greasing, oiling, changing filters, etc. and keeping up to date log records on all equipment.
• Work with other Maintenance Technicians to eliminate plant non-scheduled shut downs.
• Adhere to all government and company safety, sanitation and GMP policies and regulations.
• Run electrical conduit, pull wires and terminate as needed to complete installation on motors and controls as needed to complete circuits.
• Participate in a paid on-call schedule.
• All other duties and directed by Management and needs of the business.

Job Requirements:

College or technical school maintenance training and certifications and 5 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in HVAC, electrical or welding required.

Experience in food plant sanitation and GMPs are preferable. Forklift certification desired. Ability to lift 50lbs.