LOGISTICS/MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 3rd Shift

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Bluffton, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Bluffton, IN is seeking a Logistics/Maintenance Mechanic for 3rd shift to maintain buildings and equipment. Duties include plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and dock door/leveler upkeep, with data entry into CMMS and parts inventory monitoring.

The role requires basic trades skills, reading manuals, tool proficiency, and a high school diploma or equivalent, plus maintenance training. On-site work with a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Basic plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, welding, mechanical and electrical skills.
• Read and interpret technical instructions and manuals.
• Skilled with hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school education or equivalent; training in facility maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems and dock doors and levelers.
• Repair minor electrical, HVAC, plumbing and dock doors and levelers.
• Monitor equipment parameters and enter data into CMMS.
• Assist in inventory of spare parts and tools.
• Operate diagnostics equipment and basic testing tools.
• Diagnose issues and perform repairs to resume production equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, workstations, and facility.

Skills

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Welding

Electrical

Mechanical

Read manuals

Hand tools

Power tools

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Facility maintenance training

Tools

CMMS exposure

Job description

LOGISTICS/MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 3rd Shift

Job Description

Responsible for general maintenance in maintaining distribution center’s buildings and equipment. Activities include plumbing, electrical, HVAC (excluding Freon work), carpentry, painting, dock door and leveler maintenance. Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems and dock doors and levelers
• Repair minor electrical, HVAC, plumbing and dock doors and levelers
• Assist / monitor equipment process parameters to perform predictive / preventive maintenance and enter data into Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Assist in monitoring inventory of spare parts, special need items and tools
• Ability to operate computers and maintenance diagnostics equipment including analog and digital multi-meters, pyrometers, photo-tachometer, etc.
• Diagnose failures, determine parts and material requirements, and perform repairs as required to resume Operation on production equipment
• Ability to communicate and escalate with peers and principles
• Ensure and maintain the cleanliness of all equipment, workstations and overall facility
• Perform basic carpentry duties as needed
• Assists in relocating and remodeling offices, conference rooms and break areas
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with our without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Basic plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, welding, mechanical and electrical skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions and manuals
• Skilled with hand tools and power tools
• Valid driver’s license
• High school education or equivalent
• Training in facility maintenance including carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanics

Job Info

• Job Identification 226196
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Posting Date 09/03/2026, 06:52 PM
• Locations 1111 S Adams St, Bluffton, IN, 46714, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 10/17/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.