Category: Engineering & Manufacturing
Location: 13780 450th Street, Thompson, Iowa 50478
Work Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $62,000 - $75,000
Salary: $62,000 - $75,000
Work Model: On-Site
Reference #: 45055
We are seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician who will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and conveying systems that support daily production operations. This role performs advanced preventative and predictive maintenance, identifies root causes of equipment issues, and ensures safe, reliable operation of machinery across the facility. The position also provides leadership support within the maintenance team, assists with training, and helps uphold strict safety, sanitation, and biosecurity standards. If this interests you, apply today!
Work Model:
- On-Site
What You Will Do:
- Perform advanced maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and industrial equipment
- Diagnose equipment issues, determine root causes, and conduct necessary repairs, including welding, fabrication, plumbing, and component replacement
- Conduct routine maintenance on ventilation, water, feed, egg-handling, and manure systems
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain various conveyor belt systems
- Replace or repair drive components such as chains, gears, belts, pulleys, shafts, motors, and gearboxes
- Operate all-terrain forklifts and man-lift equipment as needed
- Monitor and correct unsafe conditions and support facility safety initiatives
- Follow strict compliance, food safety, and biosecurity procedures when working in animal housing environments
What You Will Need To Be Successful:
- High school diploma or GED preferred; technical or trade education strongly preferred
- 5+ years of industrial, commercial, or facility maintenance experience
- Strong electrical knowledge, including use of advanced testing equipment
- Experience with mechanical systems, conveyors, fabrication, welding, and component-level repairs
Benefits Overview:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO
- 401k
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Alex Borsay at (515) 225-7000 or email aborsay@thepalmergroup.com.
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About Palmer Group
At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.
As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.
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