Maintenance Technician

Dual Craft Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Dual Craft Maintenance Technician with at least three years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in reading schematics and blueprints and possess experience with a variety of mechanical systems and equipment. Training on ammonia systems will be provided.

• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Read, interpret, and follow instructions and operation manuals.
• Demonstrate electrical competency for troubleshooting and familiarity with electrical principles and components.
• Weld and fabricate parts and equipment as needed.
• Use an electrical meter for testing purposes.
• Maintain a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Possess knowledge of piping systems, pipe fittings, pumps, motors, valves, etc.
• Comprehend gearboxes, motors, bearings, sprockets, chains, bushings, belts, and pulleys.
• Clean, repair, and install equipment and parts as needed.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and/or articulating boom lifts.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Perform general maintenance work on buildings as assigned.
• Maintain a strong working relationship with all plant departments.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.

• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.
• Experience with mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, valves, air compressors, and boilers.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Knowledge and experience in welding and fabrication.
• Competence in using hand and power tools.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

• Experience with diaphragm pumps is preferred.
• Industrial maintenance experience is a plus.
• Preferred experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Welding and/or fabrication experience is advantageous.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade certification or vocational school graduate preferred.
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. and/or push, pull, or move heavy machinery and/or drums.
• Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift.

Join a dynamic team with ample growth opportunities. Enjoy three weeks of vacation in your first year, free life insurance equivalent to twice your annual salary, and free short-term and long-term disability insurance. Benefit from a clear path to leadership with a maintenance supervisor retiring soon and the exciting prospect of the North plant starting chocolate production within the next six months.

Work in a climate-controlled food manufacturing plant, with hot areas in refining and boiler rooms. Shifts include 1st, Day, Night, and 3rd, with varying schedules. Work alongside a partner on shift, with a high demand for night shift positions. Adhere to safety regulations by wearing a hair/beard net, but no requirement to be clean-shaven.

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $83200.00 - $83200.00/yr.

This is fully onsite position in Saint Louis, MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 7, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.