First Class Mechanic

MDVA•Philadelphia, PA

42d•$39•Onsite

About The Position

Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead—investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future. Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products. We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a Union comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and more Our employees are an integral part of who we are — what you do and what you think matters. SUMMARY: Under general supervision repairs and maintains machinery, equipment, physical structures, pipe and electrical systems in the industrial establishment. Work Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6:30am Pay Rate: $39.11/h ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, pipe and electrical systems following specification, blueprints, manuals, schematic drawings, using hand tools, power tools, hoist, crane and measuring and testing instruments. Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment, using electrical and electronic test equipment. Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machine. Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears and other parts of machinery, using rags, brushes and grease gun. Installs and repairs components of machinery and equipment. Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment. Repairs and maintains physical structure specifications. May install, program or repair automated machinery and equipment, such as programmable controllers. May set up and operate machine tools, such as lathe, grinder, drill and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures and tools. May operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut to join metal parts. May fabricate and repair counters, benches, partitions and other wood structures. Inspects and repairs boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automated-control mechanisms, water columns, auxiliary machines such as pumps, draft fans, stokers and burners. Perform other related duties as required by supervision. All employees are expected to support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, and reporting any concerns. Team members must understand their role in the SQF System, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement to ensure safe, high-quality products.

Requirements

High School or equivalent.
Candidate should have basic mechanical skills necessary to complete job tasks assigned.
Candidate should possess some working knowledge in some, if not all of the following: Standard tools, materials, methods and practices involved in industrial maintenance Repair including plumbing, electrical, painting, welding, boiler, refrigeration repair and pipefitting Safe work practices, estimating materials and labor needed Reading and interpreting blueprints, manuals and building codes Analyzing and evaluating situations and using independent judgment and initiative in taking effective action.
Making mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; communicating clearly and concisely; operating and caring for electrical, refrigeration, plant repairs and power tools; setting priorities.
Communication Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels – oral, written, visual, and non-verbal – ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.
Accountability Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise. Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur.
Customer Focused Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs. Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
Initiative Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats. Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
Problem-Solving Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance. Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
Collaboration Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met. Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each person’s contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, pipe and electrical systems following specification, blueprints, manuals, schematic drawings, using hand tools, power tools, hoist, crane and measuring and testing instruments.
Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment, using electrical and electronic test equipment.
Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machine.
Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears and other parts of machinery, using rags, brushes and grease gun.
Installs and repairs components of machinery and equipment.
Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment.
Repairs and maintains physical structure specifications.
May install, program or repair automated machinery and equipment, such as programmable controllers.
May set up and operate machine tools, such as lathe, grinder, drill and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures and tools.
May operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut to join metal parts.
May fabricate and repair counters, benches, partitions and other wood structures.
Inspects and repairs boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automated-control mechanisms, water columns, auxiliary machines such as pumps, draft fans, stokers and burners.
Perform other related duties as required by supervision.
All employees are expected to support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, and reporting any concerns.
Team members must understand their role in the SQF System, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement to ensure safe, high-quality products.