Maintenance Tech Line Mechanic 3 (skilled)

Redbarn Pet Products; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Attendance bonuses

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

FSA/HSA

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Discounts on pet food

Job summary

Redbarn Pet Products seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, and facility systems in a commercial production environment. This role covers electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural systems to keep operations running smoothly.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related maintenance experience, with strong problem-solving and the ability to read safety manuals and communicate clearly with the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months of related maintenance experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents and manuals.
• Able to write reports and communicate with teams.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Strong problem-solving and common-sense reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test machinery to ensure proper function.
• Detect malfunctions by listening and communicating with the team.
• Dismantle defective machines and install repaired parts.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and parts.
• Install and repair electrical systems and components.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems with gauges and valves.
• Perform general building maintenance and facility repairs.
• Install, program, and repair automated machinery and robots.
• Operate basic machine tools (saws, grinders, drills).
• Follow GMPs and food safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical skills

Reading safety docs

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Programmable controllers

Robotics

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Saws grinders drills

Job description

About Us: Redbarn Pet Products was co-founded in 1996 by lifelong friends Jeff Baikie and Howie Bloxam, who met as 12-year-olds on a hockey rink in Canada. Inspired by a shared passion for wholesome, high-quality dog food, they built a company that has grown to a family of 500 members, offering over 200 foods, treats, and chews. As a family-owned business for over 25 years, Redbarn’s culture is rooted in the belief that they are more than just a team—they are a family.

Description

About Us: Redbarn Pet Products was co-founded in 1996 by lifelong friends Jeff Baikie and Howie Bloxam, who met as 12-year-olds on a hockey rink in Canada. Inspired by a shared passion for wholesome, high-quality dog food, they built a company that has grown to a family of 500 members, offering over 200 foods, treats, and chews. As a family-owned business for over 25 years, Redbarn’s culture is rooted in the belief that they are more than just a team—they are a family.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Attendance bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Discounts on pet food

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery, equipment, and facility systems in a commercial or industrial production environment. This includes electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and test machinery and equipment to ensure proper function.
• Detect malfunctions by listening for unusual sounds and communicating with team members.
• Dismantle defective machines and install new or repaired parts.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other machinery parts.
• Install and repair electrical systems and components (transformers, wiring, etc.).
• Maintain and install hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including gauges, valves, and pressure regulators.
• Perform general building maintenance and facility repairs.
• Install, program, and repair automated machinery, including robots and programmable controllers
• Operate basic machine tools such as saws, grinders, and drills
• Follow GMPs and all food safety guidelines at all times

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months of related maintenance experience or equivalent training/education.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, technical manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Capable of writing reports and communicating effectively with teams.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Strong problem-solving and common-sense reasoning abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Regular walking, standing, reaching, and use of hands.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, or stooping.
• Must be able to lift and move:
  • Up to 50 lbs regularly
  • Up to 25 lbs frequently
  • Up to 100 lbs occasionally
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasional exposure to:
  • Wet/humid conditions
  • High places, fumes, or airborne particles
  • Extreme temperatures (hot and cold)
  • Outdoor weather conditions and vibration
• Noise level is typically loud.

Redbarn® Pet Products, complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at [phone].

Redbarn® Pet Products does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Redbarn property and therefore, Redbarn® Pet Products will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Redbarn® Pet Products request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with Redbarn® Pet Products must be in place and current.