Maintenance Mechanic (Experienced)

PepsiCo; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a maintenance technician in Dayville, CT for the 2nd shift (4:00 pm–12:30 am) on Tue–Sat. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment to keep production running safely.

The role requires lifting 15–50 lbs, standing for long periods, and working in harsh environments with extreme temperatures and loud equipment. Applicants should be comfortable climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, and working extended shifts while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Required to work on weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift 15–50 pounds with/without accommodation.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch.
• Willing to work in environments with extreme temps, humidity, loud equipment, and slippery surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install pneumatic and hydraulic systems, valves, and pumps.
• Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems using schematics and testing equipment.
• Use preventive maintenance systems and work orders to support reliability.
• Respond to maintenance calls, inspect machines, identify repairs, and take corrective action.
• Apply multi-craft maintenance to maximize efficiency, safety, and uptime.

Skills

Lift 15–50 lbs

Stand/walk long periods

Weekend/holiday shift

Safety conscious

Tools

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical testing equipment

Preventive maintenance systems

Job description

• Required to work on weekends and holidays


• Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation


• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without accommodation


• Ability to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation


• Willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces

Quick Look

• Pay: $43.26 per hour


• Location: Dayville, CT


• Work Days: Tuesday - Saturday 2nd shift


• Start Time: 4:00 pm


• End Time: 12:30 am

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age or older


• Required to work on weekends and holidays


• Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation


• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without accommodation


• Ability to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation


• Willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment to keep production running safely and reliably.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, and pumps


• Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems using schematics and electrical testing equipment


• Use preventative maintenance systems and work order tracking to support equipment reliability


• Respond to maintenance calls, inspect machines, identify needed repairs, and take corrective action


• Apply multi-craft maintenance skills to help maximize equipment efficiency, effectiveness, and safety

Helpful Experience

• Deep understanding of high-voltage wiring (480V 3-phase motors)


• Multi-craft maintenance and repair (e.g. performing interrelated repairs on electrical systems and mechanical systems)

What To Expect

• On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training


• High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast-paced, hands-on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift


• Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full-time team member, you'll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long-term career at PepsiCo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.