Maintenance Technician

Aspire Bakeries; Dyer (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Security

Growth & Development

Flexibility & Support

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries is hiring a Maintenance Technician for our Santa Ana, CA bakery. You will support the safe and efficient operation of facility and production equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities on the 2nd shift.

Responsibilities include reducing downtime, maintaining facility standards, and ensuring food safety and production goals are met. The role requires basic mechanical and electrical knowledge, weekend availability, and a proactive approach to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and equipment issues.
• Support production by responding to maintenance requests and minimizing disruptions.
• Inspect and monitor facility systems, including boiler operations and utilities.
• Maintain a clean, safe maintenance work environment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Reading work orders

Weekend shift availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

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 a Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Santa Ana, CA bakery. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be accountable for supporting the safe and efficient operation of facility and production equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, maintaining facility standards, and ensuring food safety, quality, and production goals are achieved.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Hours: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
• Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $19-$25

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational equipment issues.
• Support production teams by responding to maintenance requests and minimizing disruptions.
• Inspect, maintain, and monitor facility systems, including boiler operations and utilities.
• Conduct facility inspections and proactively identify and address maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, regulatory, and workplace safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility maintenance practices.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to read, understand, and complete work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Ability to work weekends and assigned shift schedules.
• Ability to perform physical work in a manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, and climbing as required.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or bakery environment.
• GMP and HACCP training or certification.
• Sit-down and stand‑up forklift certification.
• Boom lift and scissor lift certification.
• Experience working with maintenance management systems and preventive maintenance programs.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union‑represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.