Food Equipment Maintenance Mechanic

Berkot's Super Foods; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement

Tools and uniforms provided

Ongoing technical training

Growth opportunities within the company

Job summary

A family-owned grocery store chain is seeking a skilled Food Equipment Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and repair commercial food-processing equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, along with over 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Offering a full-time position with benefits including a company vehicle, training, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with commercial food-service equipment.
• Hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities are essential.
• Familiarity with packaging, slicing, sealing, and processing equipment is required.
• Ability to read and understand technical schematics and service manuals is necessary.
• A valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel to various locations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair commercial food equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to extend equipment life.
• Maintain accurate records of all service activities.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns.
• Identify root causes of failures and recommend solutions.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Problem-solving skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Tools

Multivac

Reiser

Hobart

VC999

Treif

Marel

Job description

Berkot's Super Foods is seeking a skilled Food Equipment Maintenance Mechanic. The candidate will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of commercial food-processing equipment used within Berkot’s production, meat, deli, and bakery departments. This role ensures that all equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair commercial food equipment including: Multivac, Reiser, Hobart, VC999, Treif, Marel, and similar machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Maintain accurate records of all service and repair activities.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns across multiple Berkot’s store locations.
• Identify root causes of repeated failures and recommend long-term solutions.
• Ensure equipment operates according to manufacturer and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with store managers, meat/deli department leads, and the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience maintaining or repairing commercial food-service or food-processing equipment is highly preferred.
• Hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Familiarity with packaging, slicing, sealing, and processing equipment.
• Ability to read and understand technical schematics and service manuals.
• Having a valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to travel to Berkot’s locations in the region.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs and work in production, cooler, or back-room environments.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• Tools, uniforms, and ongoing technical training
• Growth opportunities within a family-owned company committed to promoting from within