Maintenance Tech IV (Weekend Nights) (Shift 4)

Dessert Holdings; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 116,685,000 - 134,346,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Dessert Holdings is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to establish, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment across production areas. You will identify defects, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with Engineering on improvements.

You will install power transmission components, interpret electrical diagrams, and participate in root-cause analyses to prevent downtime. Training and overtime may be required, with strong focus on safety and GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industrial mechanical experience or a two-year technical degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical power transmission systems and equipment alignment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pneumatic systems using schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and install electronic and process control systems.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and schematics for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Must have own tools; a required tool list will be provided and tools on site within two weeks of hire.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be willing to work overtime including weekends.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must have forklift license or be able to complete training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment throughout production areas.
• Identify and repair electrical and mechanical defects.
• Serve as a Competency Specialist for the plant in RCA, Lubrication, PDM, or other equipment areas.
• Help establish standards for areas of responsibility aligned with Dessert Holdings standards.
• Complete preventative maintenance plans to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Participate in RCA for equipment and process failures and propose corrective actions.
• Install and align mechanical power transmission components and gearboxes.
• Troubleshoot and repair power transmission systems and perform maintenance.
• Complete PM and reliability tasks, including diagnostics, repairs, and rebuilds.
• Collaborate with Engineering and other departments on non-routine repairs and improvements.
• Train operators on maintenance techniques during troubleshooting.
• Document maintenance activities in the CMMS system and follow CMMS processes.
• Utilize CMMS and OEM drawings to identify improvements and MRO options.
• Support Preventative Maintenance to continually reduce downtime.
• Follow food safety and GMP practices; work safely with mechanical, fluid power, electrical systems.

Skills

Industrial mechanical experience

Power transmission knowledge

Troubleshoot pneumatic systems

Electrical diagrams reading

AC/DC/Servo motors

Schematic reading

English proficiency

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Multimeter

Dial calipers

Vernier micrometers

Forklift certification/training

Job description

About Dessert Holdings

Ready to take your career to the next level? With Dessert Holdings, you will help create the desserts people love and celebrate with... Be a part of something sweet! Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Schedule (A)

6:00 PM–6:30 AM (Fri-Sun)

Schedule (B)

6:00 PM–6:30 AM (Thurs-Sun)

Pay

$40.77 Hourly

Eligibility for SIGN-ON BONUS!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work with purpose you help deliver the desserts people celebrate with.
• Supportive team environment where your contributions matter.
• Growth opportunities across multiple departments.
• Training provided including certifications!
• Whether you’re building your career or looking for a fresh start, we’ll help you grow.

Dessert Holdings offers benefits such as a choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contribution to all eligible employees.

What You’ll Do Every Day

• Establish, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment throughout the production areas.
• Identify and repair electrical and mechanical defects.
• Serve as a potential Competency Specialist for the plant in areas such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Lubrication, Predictive Maintenance (PDM), or other critical equipment specialties.
• Help establish standards for assigned areas of responsibility while ensuring alignment with Dessert Holdings standards.
• Effectively complete assigned Preventative Maintenance (PM) plans to help eliminate unplanned downtime.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment and process failures and provide insight and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Install, align, and adjust mechanical power transmission components, including gearboxes, bearings, chains, shafts, and gears.
• Troubleshoot and repair power transmission systems and perform preventative maintenance to extend equipment life and prevent unplanned downtime.
• Complete preventative maintenance and other reliability tasks, including diagnostics, repairs, and machine rebuilds.
• Partner with Engineering and other departments on non-routine repairs and equipment improvement opportunities.
• Train operators on maintenance techniques when called to troubleshoot or repair equipment.
• Document all maintenance activities accurately within the CMMS system and follow established CMMS processes and procedures.
• Utilize CMMS records and OEM drawings to identify equipment improvements, maintainability opportunities, proper spare parts, and MRO alternatives.
• Support the Preventative Maintenance program with the goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime.
• Follow all applicable food safety and quality requirements, including SQF, HACCP, and GMP practices.
• Work safely and effectively while following applicable mechanical, fluid power, electrical power, welding, and environmental requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of industrial mechanical experience or a two-year technical degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical power transmission systems and equipment alignment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pneumatic systems using schematics, including vacuum generators.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and install electronic and process control systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams and schematics for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and test AC/DC/Servo motors in manual and automated control circuits.
• Ability to use a multimeter to measure voltage, current, continuity, amperage, and resistance throughout a circuit.
• Ability to calculate power within a circuit using current and voltage.
• Ability to properly select and use measurement tools, including dial calipers and vernier micrometers.
• Understanding of measurement accuracy, including the ability to measure TIR (runout) and flatness.
• Ability to safely use hoists and other equipment to rig and move parts and machinery.
• Ability to identify appropriate oils and lubricants based on manufacturer specifications and properly lubricate equipment.
• Ability to safely dispose of used lubricants and oils according to applicable requirements.
• Basic welding skills, including proper PPE selection and preparation of the welding process.
• Must have own tools. A required tool list will be provided, and tools must be on site within two weeks of hire.
• Must have a flexible schedule.
• Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends, when necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic PC skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred.
• Must be able to successfully complete HACCP certification.
• Must have a forklift license or be able to complete required training within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written communication, and mathematical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work tactfully with coworkers, other departments, and vendors.
• Working knowledge of ovens, bakery equipment, and packaging equipment.
• AIB Bakery Equipment training is helpful.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company.

Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.