Facilities Maintenance Technician

Flowers Baking Co. of Bardstown; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician in Bardstown, KY to maintain facility and infrastructure systems with safety and quality as top priorities.

A technical mindset and solid mechanical skills, plus flexibility to rotate across bakery areas, are essential. You will troubleshoot boilers, HVAC, process cooling, perform minor repairs, manage vendor relationships, and use SAP for parts checkout and data entry.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong mechanical capability and a technical mindset.
• Adaptability to rotate across bakery areas and assignments.
• Safety and quality standards are a top priority.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot facility/infrastructure systems, including boilers, HVAC, and process cooling.
• Perform minor facility repairs and general maintenance (insulation, plumbing, electrical, lighting, carpentry, painting).
• Maintain vendor relationships and oversee building and grounds upkeep.
• Use SAP for parts checkout, reporting, and data entry.

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2025 sales of $5.3 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Facilities Maintenance Technicians support and maintain the facility/infrastructure systems by ensuring they remain in optimal working condition with safety and quality standards being a top priority. They must possess a technical mindset and demonstrate strong mechanical capabilities, while being flexible and adaptable as they will be required to rotate job assignments throughout various areas in and outside of the bakery. Facility Maintenance Technicians must have the aptitude and drive to seek and acquire on-going training due to ever evolving technological improvements and performance standards.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot all facility/infrastructure systems, including but not limited to boilers, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (as applicable), and facility process cooling systems
• Perform minor facility repairs and general maintenance for insulation, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and overall building needs, including but not limited to minor carpentry work and painting
• Maintain vendor relationships for general facility maintenance
• Oversee all building and grounds upkeep, including but not limited to sprinkler system and fire suppression system
• Use SAP software for parts checkout, reporting, and general data entry
• Practice learned knowledge of environmental and maintenance programs
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
• Perform other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures
• Possess or attain licenses required by their respective municipal, county/ward or state regulatory agencies to work with boilers, refrigeration components and various other job-related equipment

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in building maintenance or as a technician in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, welding, electrical, industrial equipment, automotive repairs, or related field

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, Technical/Trade School certification or diploma a plus

Salary Range- $25-$26

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

Please reply by 11/16/26.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Donna Hardesty at [e-mail] or call 502-350-4753.