Maintenance Technician

Life tastes better with ice cream With 19,000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Walls, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream.

And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference. What truly sets us apart is how we work. We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

Location:

St Albans, VT (IBEW Union)
• Multiple shifts available
• Pay rate starts at $28.30 per hour.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit sharing, Tuition/Fitness reimbursement, Paid leaves, Quarterly Bonus payouts, etc.
• FREE pints of ice cream daily
• Vermont Attractions discounts
• Patagonia & PrAna Partnership discounts
• Uniforms and PPE provided by the company

Ben & Jerry’s is an American ice‑cream company founded in 1978 in Burlington, Vermont, by childhood friends Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. The company has grown from a single renovated gas‑station scoop shop into a globally recognized brand known for its creative, chunk‑filled flavors and its strong commitment to social and environmental activism. The Ben & Jerry’s factory in St. Albans, Vermont, is a major production site capable of churning out over 100 million pints of ice cream per year and is deeply involved in sustainability efforts, converting ice‑cream waste into renewable energy.

You help keep the factory running smoothly by fixing equipment quickly and preventing breakdowns before they happen. Your work supports production goals, keeps every batch safe and high‑quality, and helps avoid costly downtime. You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with experienced technicians across multiple shifts. You are self‑motivated, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, technically minded, and have strong troubleshooting skills.

You are an avid learner, never afraid to take on new challenges and always curious about new systems and methods.

• Exposure to allergens: dairy, eggs, tree nuts, coconut, peanuts, wheat (gluten), soybean, and cinnamon.

• High school diploma or equivalent (required); an associate degree or higher in automation, electrical technology, HVAC, refrigeration, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience as a maintenance technician, field service technician, or comparable mechanic/technician role in an industrial environment (required).
• Experience with pumps, motors, valves, conveying systems, refrigeration systems, packaging equipment, or automated machinery (preferred).
• Prior work in industrial refrigeration, food & beverage manufacturing, or automation (preferred).
• Skills in mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, welding/fabrication, hydraulics/pneumatics, and preventive/predictive maintenance (required).
• Ability to work safely, communicate respectfully across teams, manage competing priorities, and complete tasks on time and with high quality (required).
• Basic computer skills for work orders, preventive maintenance schedules and documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening, which may include drug screening and background check.

• Roles with real accountability and visible impact.
• Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done.
• Continuous learning and development as the business grows.
• Reward linked to performance and contribution.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal and Pay Transparency Non‑discrimination Provision. Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at the establishment.