I&E Technician — On-Site Maintenance Pro, Growth & Benefits

IFF Chemical Holding; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. The Jacksonville, FL on-site maintenance role will support mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance across our production facilities.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of pumps, piping, motors, and valves while maintaining accurate records and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance practices.
• Ability to safely use common maintenance and trade tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance procedures, work instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment and support rotating schedules as needed.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle maintenance materials and equipment safely.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel are preferred.
• Technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience working in a chemical, manufacturing, food, beverage, or industrial production environment.
• Exposure to PLCs, instrumentation, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), or welding activities.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance personnel with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and facility maintenance activities.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production and plant equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, and calibration tasks.
• Help assemble, transport, and install material handling and maintenance equipment.
• Support facility maintenance projects including site preparation, drain cleaning, concrete work, and minor construction activities.
• Assist in repairing pumps, piping systems, motors, valves, and other production equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and comply with safety and quality documentation requirements.
• Contribute to a safe work environment by following all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Reading procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC exposure

VFDs

Instrumentation basics

Welding basics

Job description

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. The Jacksonville, FL on-site maintenance role will support mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance across our production facilities.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of pumps, piping, motors, and valves while maintaining accurate records and adhering to safety standards.