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 - $38.45-41.50/hr $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift Sign-On Bonus - $2,500 Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages! In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As a Boiler Technician, you'll be at the heart of maintaining and optimizing our boiler systems to ensure efficient and reliable operation. Your expertise will be crucial in performing regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and quick troubleshooting of high-pressure boilers to keep production running smoothly. You'll work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment, ensuring that all equipment meets industry standards and regulatory requirements. Join our team and help us maintain top-tier operations in a vital industry!" Safety First! You'll follow all company safety protocols, including LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performance environment. Your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the success of the team and the plant as a whole! WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Safety and Compliance - Champion the safe operation and maintenance of equipment, machinery, and tools, ensuring a secure environment for everyone around you. Adhere to top industry standards, meticulously documenting records and ensuring full compliance with OSHA, EPA, USDA, and plant regulations. Serve as a vital HAZMAT first responder, ready to act when needed to safeguard the team. Follow strict PPE protocols when handling hazardous chemicals like acids, bases, and ammonia, keeping safety a priority at all times. Uphold food safety and good manufacturing practices to ensure high-quality, reliable production. Equipment Operation and Maintenance - Master the operation and upkeep of high-pressure boilers, ammonia refrigeration systems, air compressors, plumbing, heat exchangers, fans, and motors. Take charge of preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Be the go-to problem-solver, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, from pumps and valves to motors and more. Conduct precise system audits, calibrations, and sensor checks to guarantee peak performance. Keep the wastewater treatment systems in check while performing critical water testing for wastewater, boiler, and refrigeration systems. Repairs and Troubleshooting - Be the expert in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, controls, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and blowers/fans with speed and accuracy. Pinpoint the root causes of equipment failures and implement solutions to prevent future breakdowns. Use schematics to uncover mechanical and electrical issues, bringing quick, effective solutions to any challenge. Respond rapidly to emergency repairs, ensuring minimal downtime and getting systems back online fast. Coordination and Communication - Collaborate seamlessly with supervisors to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime, keeping production on track. Be an essential part of a round-the-clock team, communicating effectively through written, verbal, and email channels to stay on top of tasks. Provide valuable insights and feedback to continuously improve system performance and efficiency. Technical Skills and Tools - Read, interpret, and analyze data from gauges, computer programs, and advanced measurement equipment to ensure accuracy and optimal operation. Leverage software like Microsoft Word/Excel, SAP, and the Internet to manage data, track performance, and communicate across teams. Operate a range of powered industrial trucks (PIT), including forklifts, genie lifts, and scissor lifts, with confidence and skill. Master the art of plumbing, taking on everything from routine tasks to more complex systems (excluding welded lines). Additional Duties and Responsibilities - Conquer tasks at impressive heights, safely navigating lifts and ladders to ensure systems are in top shape. Keep equipment and work areas in pristine condition, ensuring a clean and organized environment. Take pride in performing essential duties, including boiler feed water testing and maintaining smokehouse and dry-room operations. Demonstrate your troubleshooting expertise across a wide range of operational systems, always rising to the challenge. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: 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 to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment. Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred). Have and maintain Boiler Certifications in states where required. Function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors. Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT). Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals. 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. Check out this video to learn more about this role! At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. 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