Plant Maintenance Mechanics

Plant Maintenance Mechanic

NOW HIRING – PLANT MAINTENANCE MECHANICS Modesto, CA $31.00 – $35.00 per hour DOE 100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for Employee & Family

Join the team at Crystal Creamery — one of California's leading dairy manufacturers — and build your career with a company that values skilled trades professionals.

We are currently seeking experienced Plant Maintenance Mechanics with strong troubleshooting abilities and knowledge in electrical controls, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial maintenance systems for our Modesto Manufacturing Facility.

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production, packaging, and processing equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant systems
• Work with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives
• Maintain compliance with food safety and workplace safety standards

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• 3–5 years of maintenance mechanic experience in manufacturing or food production
• Experience with electrical systems, controls, PLCs, and industrial equipment
• Ammonia refrigeration experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, climb, and bend throughout the shift
• Must be able to work in wet and high-noise manufacturing environments
• Must be available to work any shift, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening including background and drug testing

Crystal Creamery is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics in California), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.