Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

White Castle; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Shift premium

Employee assistance & tuition programs

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan & profit‑share

Life Insurance & AD&D

Sick pay

Job summary

White Castle is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for its bakery facility in Evendale, OH. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing production equipment, refrigeration, and HVAC systems to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

You will troubleshoot PLCs, read blueprints, and perform preventive maintenance while following safety policies. The position requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays and offers competitive weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year general maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience/education in refrigeration, electrical and programmable controls, 480 voltage, hydraulics, pneumatics, high pressure pumps, air compressors, welding, fabrication; carpentry, plumbing, and pipefitting.
• Knowledge of refrigeration, electrical and programmable controllers, 480 voltage, hydraulics, pneumatics, high pressure pumps, air compressors, welding, fabrication; carpentry, plumbing, and pipefitting.
• Must supply own basic hand tools.
• Safe lifting procedures knowledge and ability to follow instructions.
• Understanding of lockout/tagout safety procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Troubleshooting and on‑the‑spot decision making to keep equipment running.
• Proficiency with shop tools and repair; basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and suggest modifications.
• Proficiency in assembling/disassembling production equipment.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and root-cause analysis.
• Understanding of lean processes and continuous improvement.
• Good verbal communication, teamwork, and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Willingness to train others on equipment procedures and safety.
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks and adhere to timelines.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; on‑call for maintenance programs and emergencies.
• Ability to complete on‑the‑job training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production equipment including proofer, oven, cooling tunnel, spiral freezer, building, outside premises, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance during production and non-production hours.
• Maintain and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Observe and diagnose equipment malfunctions and PLC issues.
• Maintain the maintenance shop and equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble production equipment.
• Design and fabricate specialty items for production needs.
• Follow all safety rules including LOTO, arc flash, OSHA guidelines.
• Participate in training for professional development as needed.
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
• Comply with incident reporting policies and procedures.
• Adhere to plant security and safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with customers and co-workers; be responsive to team needs.
• Provide training to new team members when requested.
• Perform duties safely and efficiently.

Skills

General maintenance

Refrigeration systems

Electrical & PLC awareness

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Lockout/Tagout safety

Reading blueprints/schematics

Troubleshooting & on‑the‑spot decision

Shop tools & equipment repair

Equipment preventive maintenance

Lean processes & continuous-improving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical troubleshooting tools

Job description

When what you Crave is creative work, new challenges, and a team that knows how to get things done and have fun doing it, you’ve come to the right place.

As America’s first fast-food hamburger chain, we’ve been serving Cravers for over 100 years. But we’ve got our eyes on an even tastier future—always finding new ways to innovate, grow, and create Memorable Moments with our customers and team members. If you’re passionate, curious, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to have you on our team.

The Maintenance Mechanic maintains and repairs production equipment on a daily basis, in addition to maintaining and repairing equipment in all other areas of the bakery facility to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. Refrigeration equipment must also be maintained to enable a quality product to be produced and stored since temperatures are critical within the production. General upkeep of the building and outside premises must also be maintained as well as inventory control of parts & supplies. Maintenance Mechanics are expected to uphold and demonstrate the Company’s Core Values. This position description does not contain a comprehensive list of required duties and responsibilities. The Maintenance Mechanic is expected to perform related duties assigned by management, which may be added, revised, or eliminated based on business and operational needs, with or without advance notice. Maintenance Mechanics must follow the direction and guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor and Plant Manager.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• High School diploma or GED required;

• A minimum of 1 year of general maintenance experience preferred; and

• Must have previous experience and/or education in refrigeration, electrical and programable controls, 480 voltage, hydraulics, pneumatics, high pressure pumps, air compressors, welding, fabrication; carpentry, plumbing, and pipefitting;

• Knowledgeable and experienced with refrigeration, electrical and programmable controllers, 480 voltage, hydraulics, pneumatics, high pressure pumps, air compressors, welding, fabrication; carpentry, plumbing, and pipefitting;

• Must supply own basic hand tools;

• Possess an adequate knowledge of safe lifting procedures and be able to follow instructions;

• Good understanding of the basic lockout program and proper procedures for safety, in particular keeping hands and all other objects out of moving equipment parts is required;

• Skilled to read blueprints and schematics;

• Ability to troubleshoot problems and be able to make on the spot decisions to keep equipment running;

• Must be proficient with shop tools, machinery disassembly & repair, and basic electrical troubleshooting;

• Talented to learn new equipment and understand and recommend equipment modifications;

• Proficient with the assembly and disassembly of production equipment;

• Possess solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills including root cause analysis;

• Understand lean processes and continuous improvement topics;

• Good verbal communication skills, teamwork, ability to give and take direction, and follow detailed instructions;

• Focused to learn, apply and train others on equipment procedures and workplace health & safety procedures;

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment;

• Capability to concentrate and accomplish multiple tasks on one’s own initiative and within established timeframes;

• Must be flexible to work hours to meet the needs of the plant, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. In addition, late nights or weekend work will be required from routine equipment preventative maintenance programs to emergency calls; and

• Ability to successfully complete on-the-job training.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

• Maintain and repair production equipment including the proofer, oven, cooling tunnel, spiral freezer, building, outside premises, and other equipment;

• Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment during production and non-production hours as scheduled;

• Maintain and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems;

• Observe and diagnose equipment malfunctions and issues with PLC’s;

• Responsible for maintaining the maintenance shop and equipment;

• Assemble and disassemble production equipment;

• Design and fabricate specialty items needed for production and/or production equipment;

• Follow all company safety rules including LOTO, arc flash, and OSHA guidelines;

• Participate in technical courses or seminars for professional development as needed;

• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies;

• Comply with incident reporting policies and procedures;

• Adhere to Plant’s security and safety policies and procedures;

• Communicate effectively with customers and co-workers in professional manner, display a pleasant demeanor and be responsive to the teams’ needs;

• Provide training to new team members when requested; and

• Must perform the above-mentioned duties in a safe and efficient manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capability to work in an environment with flour dust and frequent exposure to heat and cold conditions;

• Possess the aptitude to work well with co-workers in a physically close environment;

• Ability to wear safety gear including safety glasses, hearing protection and other various types of safety gear supplied by the company;

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 70 pounds assisted or unassisted;

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking;

• Engage in prolonged repetitive use of fine motor skills, including but not limited to working with small parts, electronics, and hand tools;

• Frequent bending, twisting, turning, climbing, stooping, or standing;

• Proficiently move quickly and safely in confined areas;

• Visual inspection of parts and mechanical processes; and

• Ability to hear, comprehend, and professionally respond to co-worker inquiries, comments, and concerns.

Why you’ll like it here:

Being family-owned and operated since 1921 comes with its perks, and we’re not just talking about benefits (while those are pretty great). It means putting people first, thinking for the long-haul, and creating a place where team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. Here’s just a few ways we invest in our team:

• Weekly paychecks

• Shift premium

• Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship opportunities

• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• Financial security with contributions to your 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit-Sharing Plan

• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D

• Sick pay

• Bereavement pay

• Paid Holiday & Vacation

• Paid Breaks

• Promote from within practice

• Incentive programs

• And more!!

Pay rate: $30.83 / hourly

White Castle is an Equal Opportunity Employer

White Castle will, upon request, offer a reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or any applicable state or local law. Should you need assistance with completing this application or with any other part of the application process, please contact Team Member Services at [e-mail].