Maintenance Technician

Village Gourmet; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus

Job summary

House of Bricks seeks a Maintenance Technician for on-site food manufacturing operations. You will lead daily, preventive, and emergency maintenance on machinery, packaging equipment, refrigeration, boilers, and more, ensuring uptime and compliance.

As the sole on-site technician on 2nd shift, you will diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, create preventive maintenance schedules, and coordinate with contractors to execute improvements while maintaining thorough

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications preferred.
• Five+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, ideally in the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical panels, PLCs, HVAC, refrigeration, and hydraulics.
• Experience with hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Familiarity with CMMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, preventive, and emergency maintenance on machinery, packaging equipment, refrigeration, boilers, and more.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues quickly and accurately.
• Create and manage a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce downtime.
• Track and document all tasks and maintain inventory of critical parts.
• Oversee contractors and service providers; support equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects.
• Maintain maintenance logs, manuals, and inspection records; communicate schedules and urgent repairs.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical panels

PLCs

HVAC

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Hand tools

Lockout/tagout

CMMS

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certifications

Job description

House of Bricks
625 South Main Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701, USA

House of Bricks
625 South Main Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701, USA

House of Bricks
625 South Main Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701, USA

Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift
Location: 3 Little Pigs (Wilkes Barre PA)
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Industry: Food Manufacturing

Compensation: Up to $30.00 per hour, based on skills and experience.

Signing Bonus: $1,500.00 upon meeting 90 days of employment.

Join Our Team as the Go-To Maintenance Expert

Are you a self-sufficient, hands-on problem solver with a passion for keeping equipment running smoothly? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your expertise directly impacts food safety, quality, and uptime?

We’re seeking a Maintenance Technician for our 1st Shift to take the lead in maintaining and repairing all equipment, utilities, and facility systems. As the sole technician on site, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring our plant runs safely, efficiently, and in compliance with strict food production standards.

What You'll Do

Equipment Maintenance and Repairs

Perform daily, preventive, and emergency maintenance on machinery, packaging equipment, refrigeration, boilers, and more

Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues quickly and accurately

Preventive Maintenance Management

Create and manage a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce downtime

Track and document all tasks and maintain inventory of critical parts

Compliance and Facility Support

Ensure all equipment and systems meet OSHA, FDA, USDA, HACCP, and GMP standards

Handle general building repairs including lighting, plumbing, and structural work

Vendor and Project Coordination

Oversee contractors and service providers

Support equipment upgrades and capital improvement projects

Documentation and Communication

Maintain accurate maintenance logs, manuals, and inspection records

Communicate clearly with plant leadership on schedules and urgent repairs

What You Bring

Experience and Education

High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications preferred

Five or more years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, ideally in the food industry

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical panels, PLCs, HVAC, refrigeration, and hydraulics

Experience with hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and lockout/tagout procedures

Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is a plus

Soft Skills

Highly independent and reliable with strong problem-solving skills

Able to stay calm under pressure and make sound decisions

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Schedule and Job Details

Shift: 2nd Shift, typically 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Monday through Friday

Overtime: May be required, including weekends, based on production needs

Work Environment: In-person at our food manufacturing plant

Travel: Minimal, if any

Physical Requirements

Able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing

Comfortable working in temperature-variable environments, around machinery and cleaning chemicals, and in confined spaces or at heights

What Success Looks Like

Equipment is consistently operational, minimizing production downtime

Preventive maintenance is executed on time and thoroughly documented

The facility remains safe, clean, and fully functional

Vendor relationships and project timelines are well-managed

Maintenance practices support food safety, compliance, and audit readiness

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