Maintenance Technician - 1st shift - Bethlehem, PA

Hershey Company; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Hershey Company in Bethlehem, PA is hiring a Maintenance Technician for 1st shift. You will maintain and repair facilities, equipment, and systems to ensure safe, efficient operations on a standard 8-hour shift (7:00 am – 3:30 pm).

Pay starts at $29 per hour and depends on skill and experience. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–3 years in manufacturing maintenance, and strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems. OT may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in maintenance or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience as a maintenance technician or similar role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot problems efficiently and perform effective repairs.
• Proficient in reading technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and equipment by performing preventive maintenance on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyors, and production machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing devices, listening for problems, and using precision measuring tools.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Provide maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness by complying with procedures and regulations.
• Collaborate with team to complete related results as needed.
• Perform maintenance in a manufacturing environment with emphasis on mechanical and electrical repair.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Blueprints

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in maintenance

Tools

HMI

PLC controls

Job description

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Maintenance Technician - 1st shift - Bethlehem, PA

Posted Date: Jul 28, 2026

Requisition Number: 129329

Why Hershey:

At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey’s enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a difference—locally and globally—is part of how we do business every day.

At the Hershey Salty Snacks Company, we make brands that people love.Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet, salty or a tasty twist of both, we offer a number of snacks to meet your needs.With our most recent acquisition, we are excited to be able to continue to deliver more Salty options to our customers, including Skinny Pop. Behind each moment of goodness is a diverse team focused on being part of something bigger.Come bea part of our dynamic team in Bethlehem, PA as a Maintenance Technician!

Pay:

Pay for this position starts at $29/hr. Pay is determined by level of skill and experience.

Total Rewards:

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Shifts:

8-hour shifts (7:00 am to 3:30 pm) operating Monday through Friday

Must be able to work overtime asrequired

Candidate Process:

Please note – communication will be through phone,emailand text. To be considered, you must have access to a valid email address.

Qualified candidates will be contacted by a recruiter to schedule a phone screen.

Post offer background check and drug screen required

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician willbe responsible forthe upkeep and repair of our facilities, equipment, and systems to ensure smooth operations and a safe working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Ensureoperation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines, and General Electric

Locates sources of problems byobservingmechanical devices in operation; listeningforproblems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.

Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques;monitoringcompliance.

Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.

Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Maintainssafeand clean working environment bycomplyingwithprocedures, rules, and regulations.

Contributes to team effort byaccomplishingrelated results as needed

Must be able to perform maintenance functions in a manufacturing environment with emphasis on mechanical and electrical repair.

Experience troubleshooting/repairing and wiring 3 phase motors

Experience with pneumatics

Experience troubleshooting/repairing and replacing VFD’s (notrequiredbut a plus!)

Working with HMI and PLC controls

Qualifications and Education:

High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in maintenance or related field preferred.

Proven experience, 2 – 3 years, as a maintenance technician or similar role, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial setting.

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot problems efficiently and perform effective repairs.

Proficientin reading technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,qualificationsor working conditions

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

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