Maintenance Tech: PLCs & Equipment Upkeep (Sign-On)

Reser's Fine Foods, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3000

2nd shift differential

Job summary

Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. is seeking aMaintenance Technician MT1 to perform preventative and urgent maintenance on production machinery. The role includes interpreting blueprints, handling electrical tasks, and troubleshooting PLC controlled equipment to minimize downtime.

A sign-on bonus up to $3,000 and a second-shift differential are offered, along with comprehensive benefits. The position requires 3–5 years in multi-craft industrial technician work, OSHA familiarity, and the ability to lift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate/degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience as a multi-craft industrial technician.
• Proven knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems maintenance.
• Able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Intermediate troubleshooting skills and PLC familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of MT 1 maintenance role.
• Prioritize downtime to meet production needs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Perform intermediate electrical duties (troubleshooting, starters, sensors).
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment with PLCs.
• Communicate with departments and attend on-site meetings.
• Assist with installation of new equipment.
• Perform additional facilities-related tasks and special projects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs

Heavy lifting

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate or degree preferred

Job description

Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. is seeking aMaintenance Technician MT1 to perform preventative and urgent maintenance on production machinery. The role includes interpreting blueprints, handling electrical tasks, and troubleshooting PLC controlled equipment to minimize downtime.

A sign-on bonus up to $3,000 and a second-shift differential are offered, along with comprehensive benefits. The position requires 3–5 years in multi-craft industrial technician work, OSHA familiarity, and the ability to lift