Maintenance Mechanic I

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Training opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic I, an entry-level position responsible for basic mechanical and electrical maintenance in a fast-paced ice cream production environment. The role emphasizes compliance with safety and quality systems.

The ideal candidate will perform routine equipment maintenance, support food safety protocols, and work collaboratively in a high-energy environment around mechanical systems. Compensation starts at $28.08 per hour.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role requiring basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• Understanding of safety practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance.
• Support equipment reliability and food safety compliance.
• Conduct repairs on refrigeration and HVAC systems.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Safety compliance

Quality assurance

Refrigeration systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Basic hand tools

Advanced technical schematics

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic I is an entry‑level role responsible for performing basic mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance in a fast‑paced ice cream production environment. This position supports equipment reliability, food safety, and continuous operation of processing, mixing, freezing, packaging, and warehousing systems.

Role and Activity

Safety

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of “Best Safety Practices”.
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot unsafe conditions and take appropriate levels of corrective action.
• Take an active role to ensure that human safety is never compromised.
• Utilize daily forklift safety checklist.

Quality

• Demonstrate superior knowledge of all quality systems.
• Comply with the Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Complete and document all product quality checks (appearance, packaging etc…​).
• Complete and document all food safety checks as required by the plant HACCP program.
• Complete and document all product quality checks as required by the plant MCP program.
• Actively participate in preventing and correcting potential quality related issues.
• Active participation in food safety investigations.

Operational

• Repairs and preventative maintenance of all the Refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, inspecting the equipment, and performing daily rounds to ensure compliance of our PSM and RMP policies
• Ability to understand refrigeration advanced 2-stage design concepts such as the "down flow" design as well as the traditional 2-stage refrigeration system design
• Perform routine and breakdown maintenance of boilers, air compressors, condensers systems, and waste‑water treatment system
• Knowledge of the typical refrigeration cycle and of ammonia control valves and related piping as needed for safe service and repair
• Must be able to read and follow basic and advanced drawings and schematics
• Provide informal and formal training for other Utility team members as required
• Utilize construction and fabrication skills
• Ensure PMs are completed in a timely manner and maintain mechanical integrity of the ammonia system per RMP/PSM guidance
• Develop corrective work orders as needed
• Be actively involved in all of the elements of the PSM/RMP programs
• Active member of the emergency response team
• Complete daily shift record keeping and reporting as required
• Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values

Measurable Outcomes

• Preventive Maintenance Compliance:
• Ensure that scheduled preventive maintenance tasks are completed on time and as required for equipment and machinery.
• Equipment Downtime:
• Minimize unscheduled equipment downtime by addressing breakdowns and repairs promptly, aiming to keep operations running smoothly.
• Response Time:
• Track the time it takes to respond to maintenance requests and resolve urgent issues, with a goal of reducing downtime.
• Work Order Completion:
• Measure the efficiency of work order completion, including the time taken to complete maintenance tasks from request to resolution.
• Safety Adherence:
• Comply with safety regulations and best practices in maintenance activities to reduce safety incidents and risks.
• Skill Development:
• Pursue training and skill development opportunities to improve proficiency in equipment repair and maintenance.

Behaviors and Core Values

We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business
• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

Work Environment

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced. The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

Compensation

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is $28.08 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.