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Smithfield Foods

Maintenance Technician V - 1st Shift (Sign-On Bonus & Relocation!)

Orange City, IA

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.

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!

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

Competitive Starting Pay - $34.75-$38.75/hr

Sign-On Bonus - $2,500

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

​In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

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

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

The purpose of Electrician/Automation Technician is to maintain, diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, perform preventive maintenance and install equipment within and around the facility so as to keep the production operational and have zero loss of production. This individual will perform the duties of a Refrigeration Technician and assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift and will be responsible for all necessary paperwork and documentation as they relate to the job.

Core Responsibilities

Strong knowledge of basic mechanics

Knowledge of basic HVAC

Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration

Strong knowledge of drive components

Knowledge of selecting and maintaining bearings

Knowledge the operation of pumps

Knowledge of developing hydraulic troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of basic pneumatics

Knowledge of developing pneumatic troubleshooting skills

Install and replace bearing and shaft seals

Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lock out-Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related items

Qualifications

Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skills required and high school diploma or GED equivalent

Must be able to work weekends as needed

Must able to lift 100 pounds

Must be able to work in confined spaces

Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test

Must be able to work in -40 to degree temperatures

Must not be afraid of heights

Perform assigned tasks efficiently with minimum supervision

Work Environment & Physical Demands

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

Plant environment will include wet, damp, cold, slippery and loud conditions with moving parts, and vibrating parts.

Noise level in the work environment is usually loud when in the production area.

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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

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Relocation Package Available

Yes



EEO Information

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.

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