Maintenance Technician-1st shift

Peet's Coffee Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Peet’s Coffee, at its Alameda, CA roasting plant, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment across plant systems. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with a 1st shift schedule (4:00am–12:30pm).

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in industrial maintenance, strong electro‑mechanical skills, and proficiency with CMMS and diagnostic tools. Boiler experience is a plus; ability to work overtime as needed is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong electro‑mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Self‑starter who is organized, dependable, and works both independently and with a team.
• CMMS experience or willingness to learn.
• Comfortable using computers for data entry and manuals.
• Boiler experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment per schedule.
• Diagnose and repair filling and assembly lines.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams and system messages.
• Operate roasting equipment and HMIs.
• Work on ladders with hand and power tools for maintenance.
• Repair facilities items and general grounds upkeep.
• Assist line changeovers and setups.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical & mechanical trouble‑shoot

Independent worker

Team player

Computer literacy

Tools

CMMS

Multimeters

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Our purpose at Peet’s Coffee is the pursuit of better, better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity. As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet’s, the world’s leading pureplay coffee company, Peet’s is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we’re going. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before. We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and works closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues that impact daily operations. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and facility systems throughout the Peet’s Coffee roasting plant to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The Maintenance Technician is expected to demonstrate strong teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Regular and dependable attendance is an essential function of the role.

Schedule: This position works Monday- Friday, 1st shift, 4:00am-12:30pm

Hourly Wage: $32-45/hour

What You Will Do:

• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment according to the maintenance schedule.
• Diagnose and repair filling and assembly lines as needed.
• Interpret and utilize system error messages on related equipment.
• Understand roasting equipment operation which includes the operation of HMIs.
• Be able to work on bag slitters and pallet lifter.
• Perform diagnosis and repairs on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams as per equipment repairs and diagnosis.
• Possess the ability to use and understand multimeters.
• Repair facilities related items, doors, dock levelers, lights, ballasts, sinks, drains, and general grounds maintenance.
• Assists with roasting equipment maintenance which will require the ability to work on ladders and use basic hand and power tools.
• Perform and assist in line change over and setups.

Who You Are:

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance; experience in food manufacturing or packaging is preferred.
• Strong electro‑mechanical aptitude, with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and related equipment.
• Self‑starter who is organized, dependable, and able to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Boiler experience is helpful.
• Comfortable using computers for accurate data entry, accessing equipment manuals, and documenting maintenance activities.
• Experience using a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) or the ability and willingness to learn one.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse stakeholders and partners.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment; adaptable and responsive to changing business needs.
• Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends, as well as occasional overtime.

What Benefits do Peetniks Receive?

Our purpose at Peet’s Coffee is the pursuit of better; better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity. As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet’s, the world’s leading pure‑play coffee company, Peet’s is growing as a global coffee brand while staying rooted in the values that have defined us from the start. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before. We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup. Beyond Coffee, Peetniks are passionate supporters of our community and serving our local communities doesn’t stop at the counter. Peet's employees take pride in supporting the neighborhoods where they live and work, through holiday donation programs and supporting non‑profits at home and globally. We believe that Coffee thrives where people do. We support the communities where our beans are grown, lending hands and knowledge to make life and coffee better. Peetniks are passionate and authentic, learners and doers, committed to the pursuit of better. This is your opportunity to craft a path that matters with us!