Evening Maintenance Tech – 2nd Shift + $3k Sign-On

Nestlé S.A.; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 37,505 - 53,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Nestlé USA is hiring for General Maintenance to keep plant equipment and infrastructure running at peak performance across our U.S. operations. The role involves hands-on welding, fabrication, troubleshooting, and repairs that impact safety, efficiency, and product quality.

Work is on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM). Pay starts at $33/hour plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus, plus 401k with company match and healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic mechanical background with cutting and welding knowledge.
• Trade school, technical training, or military experience helpful.
• Understanding of basic electricity and its industrial application.
• Experience with power tools, hand tools, welding and cutting equipment, and electrical testing tools.
• Comfortable using computers for work orders, documentation, and basic communication.
• Ability to work off-shifts, weekends, overtime, and extended shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair, preventive maintenance, modification, and installation of plant processing equipment and infrastructure to maximize efficiency and longevity
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, instrument controllers, and pneumatic control systems
• Install conduit, repair lift trucks, and complete equipment overhauls
• Maintain and repair plant support systems, including compressed air, steam, water, sewer, HVAC, and ammonia refrigeration
• Fabricate and repair components using stainless steel, aluminum, and ferrous metals
• Operate a variety of welding and cutting equipment, including TIG, stick, spot welders, oxy‑acetylene, and plasma torches
• Apply industrial coatings, caulking, and grouting materials with proper preparation techniques
• Disassemble and reassemble plant equipment for cleaning, repair, and changeovers
• Support production changeovers to meet shifting line requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized shop area and follow all safety and housekeeping standards
• Follow all safety, quality, food safety, and environmental requirements at all times

Skills

Fabrication

Welding

Troubleshooting

HVAC

Ammonia

Attention to detail

Independence

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Job description

Nestlé USA is hiring for General Maintenance to keep plant equipment and infrastructure running at peak performance across our U.S. operations. The role involves hands-on welding, fabrication, troubleshooting, and repairs that impact safety, efficiency, and product quality.

Work is on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM). Pay starts at $33/hour plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus, plus 401k with company match and healthcare benefits.