Maintenance Technician

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve process and packaging equipment in a high-speed manufacturing environment. The role requires hands-on electrical troubleshooting up to 480V 3-phase and strong mechanical aptitude.

Shift rotates on an 8-hour schedule across Midnight, Afternoon, and Day, with a 4-week cycle. You will work with minimal supervision, emphasize uptime, and contribute to continuous improvement and operator training to ensure reliability.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Proven experience troubleshooting industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including 24VDC controls and 480VAC 3-phase power
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and as a team

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues on process and packaging equipment.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on AC/DC systems, including: 24VDC control circuits, sensors, relays, and motor controls, VFDs, starters, and power distribution, 480V 3-phase systems (safe troubleshooting and verification).
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and mechanical drawings.
• Execute Preventive (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) activities with high precision and ownership.
• Support equipment startups, and operational troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Partner with Operations to stabilize equipment and train operators in basic autonomous maintenance tasks.
• Identify root causes of failures and participate in breakdown analysis (BDA) and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all work performed using CMMS (SAP Plant Maintenance or equivalent).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance

Electrical/mechanical certifications

Tools

CMMS (SAP Plant Maintenance)

Job description

Job Description:

Maintenance Technician

Shift: 8 hour rotation; 8 hour rotation schedule is a 4 week rotation where you will work 3 different shifts within 4 weeks. The 3 different shifts you will rotate are Midnights 11pm - 7:30am, Afternoons 3pm - 11:30pm, and Days 7am - 3:30pm

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving process and packaging equipment in a high-speed manufacturing environment. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on electrical troubleshooting capability, including both DC systems and AC power systems up to 480V 3-phase.

Technicians are expected to operate with minimal supervision, prioritize uptime, and execute work safely while supporting continuous improvement and operational reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues on process and packaging equipment.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on AC/DC systems, including:24VDC control circuitsSensors, relays, and motor controlsVFDs, starters, and power distribution480V 3-phase systems (safe troubleshooting and verification)
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and mechanical drawings.
• Execute Preventive (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) activities with high precision and ownership.
• Support equipment startups, and operational troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Partner with Operations to stabilize equipment and train operators in basic autonomous maintenance tasks.
• Identify root causes of failures and participate in breakdown analysis (BDA) and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all work performed using CMMS (SAP Plant Maintenance or equivalent).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Core Competencies

• Mechanical systems (drives, conveyors, bearings, alignment, etc.)
• Pneumatics and basic hydraulics
• Electrical systems (AC/DC troubleshooting up to 480V)
• PLC troubleshooting (I/O level, fault identification, basic logic understanding)
• Instrumentation and sensors
• Basic machining and fabrication (preferred)

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Proven experience troubleshooting industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including 24VDC controls and 480VAC 3-phase power
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and as a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field
• Technical certifications (electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation)
• Experience with PLC systems and industrial automation
• Experience with high-speed packaging equipment
• Welding, fabrication, or machining experience

Safety & Compliance

• Strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Compliance with confined space, electrical safety, and GMP standards
• Commitment to safe work practices in all tasks

What You'll Bring

• Strong troubleshooting mindset with urgency around uptime
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication across operators, peers, and leadership
• Ownership mentality-fix it right, not twice

What You Can Expect

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Structured development and training opportunities
• A team-driven environment focused on reliability and continuous improvement

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.