Maintenance Mechanic - Experienced

Descriptions & requirements

Job Description

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus (based on performance and eligibility)

Paid vacation time available at Day 1

Pension and 401k benefits

3.5 days on/3.5 days off

Do you have an electrical certification, maintenance manufacturing experience, technical school training, or welding experience?

Starting out at Frito-Lay, this job can open the door to career opportunities with our parent company, Pepsi Co. We set industry standards in terms of pay and benefits. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement saving benefits including a 401(k) with company contribution, pension, vacation days and much more.

We have a robust training program that can benefit you, provided you already have a proven base knowledge of mechanical maintenance repair (especially regarding electrical repair multi-craft repairs). Although it's not required, many managers prefer that candidates have at least two years' training experience in mechanical/electrical repair in a manufacturing environment.

If you do not have electrical experience, you may be better suited for one of our entry-level positions. If so, we encourage you to search for the position that best fits your current skillset. Prior to the in-person interview, you will be asking to complete a hands-on electrical skills test.

Before going any further, you should know that our Maintenance team is known for these areas of expertise:

* Deep understanding of high-voltage wiring (480V 3-phase motors)

* Multi-craft maintenance and repair (e.g. performing interrelated repairs on electrical systems and mechanical systems)

* Reading schematics

* Extensive understanding of Programmable Logic Controls

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and installing:

* Multi-craft maintenance and repair (e.g. performing interrelated repairs on electrical systems and mechanical systems)

* Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems

* Control valves

* Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps

* AC/DC electrical systems

* Using electrical testing equipment (Volt-Ohm meter, amp meter, oscilloscope)

* Use of preventative maintenance systems and work order tracking

* Flexibility to work on any equipment within the facility

By committing to Frito Lay as a mechanic, you are committing to:

* Using your extensive knowledge to assist entry-level mechanics with difficult repairs

* Willing to work under pressure to fix equipment

* Work urgently to get the equipment back up and running

* Conduct repair failures of production and facilities equipment

* Ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability

* Respond to maintenance calls is part of your job, and this can sometimes mean helping

complete a repair that has already been started

* Inspect machines, develop repair lists and identify short-term and long-term repairs so that machines run correctly

* Thorough attention to detail and investigative troubleshooting during Preventive Maintenance processes to drive proactive repair culture

* Work from task lists when diagnosing machines and taking corrective actions

Work will vary from day to day depending on need and your hours will vary by assigned location.

Here are important key characteristics our managers look for in potential candidates:

* Customer Service: given our emphasis on mechanical aptitude, you might be surprised to see customer service listed here, but remember we interact with all levels of team members on the floor. It is important that you, and we as a team, treat all team members with the same level of service as we would our consumers.

* Flexibility: you'll be switching gears, shifting priorities, and balancing task lists with calls for maintenance repairs. Flexibility - and keeping your cool - will allow you to both focus and prioritize your work.

* Self-Starter: you will often find yourself working unsupervised, so taking ownership of your quality and speed of work is essential when conducting preventative maintenance or addressing equipment failure.

* Safety Focused: your attention to company policies and procedures regarding safety will minimize risks to yourself, your team, and the quality of our products. Safety…