Industrial Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

G&J-Pepsi-Col; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Pension Plan

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, and other ins

Job summary

G&J Pepsi in Columbus, Ohio is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift. You will maintain and repair production equipment, ensuring safety, reliability and smooth operation of the facility.

Expect 2-4 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and hands-on skills with electrical, mechanical, HVAC and hydraulic systems. Competitive benefits include 401K, pension, weekly pay, PTO and insurance.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of production maintenance mechanic experience preferred.
• High School degree, GED or equivalent; trade/vocational training preferred.
• Ability to operate a computer.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment; repair per standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance and lubrication.
• Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) safely.
• Order parts and maintain inventory.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Diagnostics

Repair

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Compressed air

Hydraulics

PIT operation

Lockout/Tagout

Welding

Education

High School or GED

Trade/vocational training

Tools

Hand tools

Lathes

Grinders

Saws

Boom lift

Man lift

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Columbus, OH, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Build your future with G&J Pepsi. Our Industrial Maintenance Technicians earn $34.87-$37.08 per hour and receive competitive benefits, such as:

• 401K Matching
• Pension Plan
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and supplemental insurance benefits

Schedule: 2nd Shift - 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Position Summary

To serve our internal customers by maintaining and repairing the company’s facility and production equipment according to established company standards to ensure the safety, reliability and functionality of the facility and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with company equipment (e.g. production equipment, warehouse bay doors, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems); repairs equipment according to established company standards.
• Performs preventative maintenance (e.g. lubrication of machines, conveyor belt replacement) on company equipment according to established guidelines.
• Adheres to all company policies, standards and procedures (e.g. OSHA and safety requirements, AIB and Pepsi standards, Federal/State/Local laws); wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Performs changeovers on production line equipment to ensure that equipment is set up correctly according to established standards to minimize downtime during production runs.
• Communicates with: co-workers regarding repair status on equipment; internal customers regarding equipment repair needs; supervisor regarding equipment repair issues.
• Completes preventative maintenance records, work order forms, time-off requests and other required paperwork according to established standards.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works overtime as needed to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.
• Orders parts and maintains parts inventory.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and assists in the organization of the maintenance shop (e.g. cleans up spills, properly disposes of used parts, disposes of trash and recycling in appropriate containers).
• Able to perform duties/tasks set forth by supervisor or manager.
• Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), including aerial lifts, in compliance with safety standards and company procedures.

High School degree, GED or equivalent degree; trade school diploma or vocational training preferred

Experience

2-4 years of previous production maintenance mechanic experience preferred

Computer Skills

Ability to operate a computer

More About Us

G&J Pepsi is a family-owned Pepsi bottler with a legacy of serving Ohio and Kentucky for more than 100 years. We take pride in delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service while fostering a culture built on dignity, respect, and integrity. At G&J Pepsi, you'll have the opportunity to build your future with a company that invests in its people, values long-term career growth, and provides the stability and support to help you succeed.

Additional Requirements

Knowledge of: basic mechanical principles including basic knowledge of electrical 3 phase, mechanical, and hydraulics systems; Knowledge of gears, gearboxes, bearing, bushings, sprockets, chains, and repairs, lock out, tag out procedures; diagnostics and repair of production equipment, electrical systems, compressed air systems, and HVAC systems. Skill in: internal customer service; welding, metal and plastic fabrication. Ability to: work quickly, efficiently and independently: multi-task; communicate effectively with other employees and develop good working relationships; adapt to change; operate a boom lift, man lift, hand tools, lathes, grinders, saws, heavy duty specialty tools and other mechanical equipment, read and interpret machine manuals and electrical schematics; accurately measure and read Volt Ohm meter and calipers; write; perform basic math functions (e.g. addition, subtraction). Other functions, skills and abilities may also apply. Must be able to lift up to 50 - 100 pounds manually. Must be able to work in wet or humid conditions, around fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic materials and near a risk of electrical shock.