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Leprino

DOD SkillBridge Program - Maintenance Technician Program (Active-Duty Service Me

Leprino, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500

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Start Your Civilian Career with a Global Leader in Dairy Manufacturing Locations:

Greeley, CO

Lemoore, CA

Fort Morgan, CO

Leprino is offering

transitioning service members

the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in industrial maintenance through our

DoD SkillBridge Maintenance Technician Trainee Program . This 4‑6 month program provides immersive, on‑the‑job training in one of the world’s leading dairy foods manufacturing companies, setting you up for a seamless transition into a

high‑demand

civilian career. At Leprino, we pride ourselves on

innovation, teamwork, and a strong commitment to excellence . As the largest producer of

mozzarella cheese

and a global leader in dairy ingredients, we understand the value of highly skilled technical professionals. This program is designed to

bridge your military expertise

into a thriving career in industrial maintenance.

What You’ll Learn & Do As a

Maintenance Technician Trainee , you’ll be working alongside

seasoned maintenance professionals , gaining

real‑world experience

in maintaining and troubleshooting advanced manufacturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on

conveyors, motors, pumps, valves, and hydraulic systems .

Conduct

vibration analysis

and

thermal imaging

to predict equipment failures.

Work with

lubrication systems

to maintain production equipment.

Diagnose and repair

mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems .

Troubleshoot

three‑phase motors, motor controls, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) .

Work with

steam boilers, refrigeration systems, and ammonia‑based cooling systems .

Gain hands‑on experience with

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

and

Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMIs) .

Assist in diagnosing automation system issues using

SCADA and industrial networking .

Perform

welding and fabrication

for minor equipment repairs and modifications.

Enter maintenance data and track equipment history in

SAP or another CMMS software .

Support installation, setup, and commissioning of

new processing and packaging equipment .

Work on projects involving

robotic automation and advanced processing technology .

Participate in

Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives

to enhance equipment efficiency.

Follow

OSHA safety standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and food safety (GMP, HACCP) protocols .

Learn

arc flash safety

and work in

high‑voltage environments

safely and effectively.

This is a

structured training program

with direct mentorship, on‑the‑job learning, and exposure to industry‑leading maintenance practices that will set you up for

long‑term career success .

Who We’re Looking For Military service members

eligible for the

DoD SkillBridge Program

(within 180 days of separation).

Experience in the following

military maintenance roles :

Navy:

Engineman (EN), Machinist’s Mate (MM), Electrician’s Mate (EM), Hull Maintenance Technician (HT), Gas Turbine Systems Technician (GS), Machinery Repairman (MR).

Marines:

60/61/62 (Aircraft Maintenance).

Air Force:

Aircraft Maintenance (2A5X1, 2A3X3), HVAC/R (3E1X1).

Apply Today! Take the first step toward a rewarding civilian career. If you're a transitioning service member looking for a

hands‑on, high‑paying

career in

industrial maintenance , we encourage you to apply!

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