Maintenance Tech

Aspire Bakeries LLC; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Security

Growth & Development

Flexibility & Support

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries LLC in Hazleton, PA is seeking a Maintenance Technician 3 to perform complex maintenance on production equipment and minimize downtime through advanced troubleshooting. You will work in a fast-paced bakery environment supporting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems.

The role requires reading schematics, PLC experience, and strong troubleshooting skills, with a focus on safety, GMPs, and quality. Shift is 3rd with nights and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Proven troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with instrumentation and control systems.
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and control system documentation (schematics, P&IDs).
• Experience reading electrical/mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex repairs and preventative maintenance on bakery equipment across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and computerized systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving PLCs, instrumentation, and automated control systems to minimize downtime.
• Install, program, and maintain electronic, electrical, and pneumatic control systems and equipment.
• Execute major equipment overhauls, validate repairs, and return systems to operational readiness.
• Support production teams by diagnosing equipment malfunctions and maintaining uptime during scheduled operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate updates using computerized maintenance management systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, GMPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

PLC systems

Reading schematics

Multi-priority management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Maintenance CMMS

Job description

Job Description

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking aMaintenance Technician 3 to join our team at our Hazleton, PA bakery. As a Maintenance Technician 3, you will be accountable for performing complex maintenance and repair activities on production equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime through advanced troubleshooting and preventative maintenance practices.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3rd
• Hours: 10 pm- 6:30 am
• Weekend Availability: Required

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll be Doing)

• Perform complex repairs and preventative maintenance on bakery equipment across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and computerized systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving PLCs, instrumentation, and automated control systems to minimize downtime
• Install, program, and maintain electronic, electrical, and pneumatic control systems and equipment
• Execute major equipment overhauls, validate repairs, and return systems to operational readiness
• Support production teams by diagnosing equipment malfunctions and maintaining uptime during scheduled operations
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate updates using computerized maintenance management systems
• Ensure compliance with safety, GMPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining a clean and organized workspace

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma with a minimum of 4 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience, or 6 years of equivalent hands-on experience
• Experience in instrumentation, measurement, control systems, and industrial mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and control system documentation (e.g., P&IDs, schematics, and layout drawings)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
• Basic computer proficiency for maintenance systems and communication
• Abili