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Have you ever enjoyed Coca-Cola®, PowerAde®, Body Armor®, or Monster Energy® or perhaps sipped on a Gold Peak Tea®, SmartWater® or Minute Maid Juice®? If the answer is yes, then you know the Chesterman Company! We are an independent Coca-Cola Bottler with our corporate office located in Sioux City, Iowa. We have been making quality beverages for the Midwest since 1872 and supplying them from 14 distribution centers across Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
Position Summary: Responsible for ensuring that workers are safe in their working environment and that machines are running safely and working efficiently.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performance of duties assigned with focus on safety, quality (of product and task) and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Repair and maintain high speed production equipment such as fillers, case packers, conveyor systems, palletizers, water purification/filtration systems and other production equipment.
- Practice safe work habits. Follow proper lock out tag out procedures as required. Complete all OSHA required training as required and correct any unsafe conditions as necessary.
- Respond to calls from line supervisors or operators to repair equipment as needed.
- Perform package change-overs on equipment as required.
- Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices, hydraulic systems, mechanical and electrical problems in a timely manner.
- Execute work orders on time as assigned and in priority order.
- Continuous improvement in speed and accuracy of product changeovers and preventative maintenance plans
- Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
Education/Experience:
- High-School Diploma/GED
- Must be 18 years of age
- Minimum of 1 - 3 years' experience in related field with proven industry experience, beverage experience a plus
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to read and utilize prints and drawings of components and mechanical systems.
- Strong mechanical skills and technical aptitude.
- Demonstrated an organized, logical, and detailed method of troubleshooting.
- Flexibility and ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays to support production needs.
- The drive to learn new skills and to investigate when you do not know something yourself.
- Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
- Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable regulatory requirements while following the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Must be able to read, speak, and write in English to be able to communicate with customers, coworkers, and supervisor.
Work Environment: Works in various environments depending upon the task. Ear protection is required in production areas. Must wear hair/beard net in designated areas.
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk, see, and hear
- Frequently required to stand, walk, kneel and squat; Occasionally required to sit and climb
- Occasionally lift/carry objects < 50 lbs.
- Occasionally push/pull < 50 lbs.
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Job Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday; 4:00pm-2:00am extended days and hours as needed.
Pay: $29.50 per hour
Have you ever enjoyed Coca-Cola®, PowerAde®, Body Armor®, or Monster Energy® or perhaps sipped on a Gold Peak Tea®, SmartWater® or Minute Maid Juice®? If the answer is yes, then you know the Chesterman Company! We are an independent Coca-Cola Bottler with our corporate office located in Sioux City, Iowa. We have been making quality beverages for the Midwest since 1872 and supplying them from 14 distribution centers across Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
Position Summary: Responsible for ensuring that workers are safe in their working environment and that machines are running safely and working efficiently.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performance of duties assigned with focus on safety, quality (of product and task) and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Repair and maintain high speed production equipment such as fillers, case packers, conveyor systems, palletizers, water purification/filtration systems and other production equipment.
- Practice safe work habits. Follow proper lock out tag out procedures as required. Complete all OSHA required training as required and correct any unsafe conditions as necessary.
- Respond to calls from line supervisors or operators to repair equipment as needed.
- Perform package change-overs on equipment as required.
- Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices, hydraulic systems, mechanical and electrical problems in a timely manner.
- Execute work orders on time as assigned and in priority order.
- Continuous improvement in speed and accuracy of product changeovers and preventative maintenance plans
- Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
Education/Experience:
- High-School Diploma/GED
- Must be 18 years of age
- Minimum of 1 - 3 years' experience in related field with proven industry experience, beverage experience a plus
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to read and utilize prints and drawings of components and mechanical systems.
- Strong mechanical skills and technical aptitude.
- Demonstrated an organized, logical, and detailed method of troubleshooting.
- Flexibility and ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays to support production needs.
- The drive to learn new skills and to investigate when you do not know something yourself.
- Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
- Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable regulatory requirements while following the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Must be able to read, speak, and write in English to be able to communicate with customers, coworkers, and supervisor.
Work Environment: Works in various environments depending upon the task. Ear protection is required in production areas. Must wear hair/beard net in designated areas.
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk, see, and hear
- Frequently required to stand, walk, kneel and squat; Occasionally required to sit and climb
- Occasionally lift/carry objects < 50 lbs.
- Occasionally push/pull < 50 lbs.
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Job Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday; 4:00pm-2:00am extended days and hours as needed.
Pay: $29.50 per hour
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Who's Hiring
- Vulcan Materials Company52
- Vestis25
- Smithfield Foods24
- WM17
- SRM Concrete15
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials26
- Mining & Natural Resources13
- Food & Beverage9
- Manufacturing7
- Agriculture & Farming4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plant maintenance technician jobs.
- 2-5 years of hands-on industrial or facilities maintenance experience
- Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs, motors, and variable frequency drives
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain it
- High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training preferred
- Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work in confined or elevated spaces
Tips for Your Plant Maintenance Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to the equipment
List the specific machinery and systems you've maintained, such as PLCs, hydraulic presses, or conveyor lines. Hiring managers scan for exact equipment matches, so vague phrases like 'industrial machinery' won't get you as far as brand and model names.
Highlight certifications above your work history
Certs like OSHA 10, OSHA 30, or a journeyman electrician license often matter more than years of experience to screening software. Place them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they're seen before a recruiter reads a single job title.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists plant maintenance technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by shift type before you apply
Many plant maintenance roles are rotating, night, or weekend shifts. Reading shift details before applying saves you from an offer you can't accept, and it signals to the interviewer that you've thought through the schedule requirements seriously.
Prepare a troubleshooting story for interviews
Interviewers almost always ask about a breakdown you diagnosed and fixed under pressure. Have one concrete example ready: what failed, how you identified the cause, what you did, and how long the repair took. Specific timelines make your answer credible.
Negotiate your on-call terms, not just base pay
On-call expectations vary widely between plants, and some roles carry heavy after-hours obligations that aren't listed in the posting. Ask during the offer stage how often technicians are called in outside scheduled hours and whether that time is compensated separately.
Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most plant maintenance technicians?
The most active employers for plant maintenance technicians right now are Vulcan Materials Company, Vestis, and Smithfield Foods, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Manufacturing and food processing facilities tend to post the highest volumes year-round.
How many plant maintenance technician jobs are remote?
About 7% of plant maintenance technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires physical presence on the plant floor. The sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote work are administrative maintenance planning, work order management, and reliability reporting roles that combine field work with desk-based documentation.
How do you become a plant maintenance technician?
Start by completing a vocational or technical program in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or mechatronics at a community college or trade school. From there, pursue entry-level positions as a maintenance helper or general technician to build hands-on equipment experience. Earn certifications in electrical safety or HVAC as you go, and focus on learning to read schematics and use CMMS software, which most employers expect within your first year on the job.
Can you get hired as a plant maintenance technician with little experience?
Yes, many plants hire candidates with limited formal experience if they have a relevant technical certificate, strong mechanical aptitude, and demonstrated comfort with tools and equipment. Applying to roles titled maintenance helper, utility technician, or facilities technician is a practical entry point. Volunteering for overtime or cross-training in your first role builds the equipment hours that mid-level positions require, often faster than additional schooling would.
What does the plant maintenance technician interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone screen focused on your equipment background and shift availability. A skills or trade test is common at mid-size and large manufacturing sites, covering electrical theory, basic hydraulics, or schematic reading. A final in-person interview typically includes a plant walk-through where you may be asked to identify components or describe how you'd approach a hypothetical breakdown. Reference checks and a physical or drug screen usually follow a verbal offer.
Where can I find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs?
You can find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your equipment experience and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and availability.
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