Maintenance Technician - Diagnostics & Uptime

Dairy Challenge; Riverside, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Full union pension

9 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick pay

Job summary

Dairy Challenge is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our facilities and production equipment running smoothly. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform routine preventive maintenance, and carry out repairs and upgrades as needed.

Responsibilities include documenting activities, ensuring OSHA and GMP compliance, and collaborating with production teams to support uptime and safety. Training and development are encouraged as equipment evolves.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or vocational training preferred.
• HVAC or refrigeration certifications desired but not required.
• 2-3 years in facility and production maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and diagnostics of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and keep equipment running efficiently.
• Carry out repairs and modifications to improve performance and safety.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, GMPs, SOPs and company policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document inspections.
• Collaborate with production teams to quickly resolve equipment issues and support goals.
• Pursue ongoing training to stay current with new technologies and maintenance practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Root cause analysis

Education

High school diploma or vocational training

HVAC/refrigeration certifications (desired)

Tools

Boilers

Chillers

Refrigeration systems

Conveyor systems

CMMS / MVP (experience a plus)

Hand and power tools

MS Office / computer skills

Job description

Dairy Challenge is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our facilities and production equipment running smoothly. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform routine preventive maintenance, and carry out repairs and upgrades as needed.

Responsibilities include documenting activities, ensuring OSHA and GMP compliance, and collaborating with production teams to support uptime and safety. Training and development are encouraged as equipment evolves.