Maintenance Technician, Night shift

Vital Farms; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical,Vision,Dental

Life Insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Free eggs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vital Farms is hiring a Maintenance Technician to join our production team in a food manufacturing setting. You will perform repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance across machinery and facilities, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires at least 1 year of maintenance experience, ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and a willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a mission-driven culture focused on ethical food.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of General Maintenance Experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment & food/beverage experience is highly preferred.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs.
• High school diploma or GED required; degree preferred.
• Basic technical knowledge across: Welding, Piping, Electricity, PLCs, instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic, steam, pneumatic equipment.
• Repair and replace gauges, valves, regulators, and related equipment.
• Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Manufacturing environment

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Electrical knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Piping systems

HVAC knowledge

Job description

• Electricity

Finding the right place to grow your career isn’t (over) easy, so we’re here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think you’ll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism, which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the “way things have always been done.” Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether you’re into our values, our brand, or our egg-cellent puns, we hope you’ll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

At Vital Farms, we’re proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

As a Maintenance Technician at Vital Farms, you will...

Work with the Maintenance team to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfillment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion. You’ll follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. If this is something you’re passionate about also, this could be your next great opportunity!

2-2-3 schedule:

2-week cycle

• Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on
• Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off

Shifts:

12-hour shifts

• Day Crew – 7am-7pm
• Night Crew - 7pm to 7am

Pay Rate

• Day Crew- $29.00 per hour
• Night Crew - $29.00 per hour (+ $3.00 Shift Differential)

What You’ll Do

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, pneumatic equipment
• Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other related equipment
• Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep

What You Bring To The Table

• 1+ years of General Maintenance Experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment & food/beverage experience is highly preferred
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs.
• High school diploma or GED is required, associated degree in relevant field preferred
• Possess and demonstrate basic technical knowledge of some or all the following:
• Stainless Steel Welding/Fabrication
• Piping systems
• Electricity
• PLC’s (Programmable logic controllers) – a plus
• Process control instrumentation
• HVAC systems
• Process equipment
• Personal Computing
• You’re no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
• You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
• You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
• You can walk in someone else’s boots – You seek to understand other’s viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
• Don’t walk on eggshells – You’re not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
• We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven’t yet considered!

What We Bring To The Table

• Great pay & benefits
• Benefits include medical, vision, dental, and life
• 4-hour paid time off accrual every paycheck
• 3% 401k contribution starting on day 1
• Employee referral bonus
• Bi-Weekly lunches and snacks
• Dedication to your safety at work
• Free eggs
• Friends & family discounts
• Fun team swag
• Air-conditioned facility with lots of natural light
• Be part of a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table
• Work in a mission-focused environment alongside passionate colleagues

Who We Are

Vital Farms, a Certified B Corporation, offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide. Started on a single farm in Austin, Texas, in 2007, Vital Farms became a national consumer brand that works with 350 family farms and is the leading U.S. brand of pasture-raised eggs by retail dollar sales. Vital Farms’ products, including shell eggs, butter, hard-boiled eggs, and liquid whole eggs, are sold in over 24,000 stores nationwide.

Vital Farms’ ethics are exemplified by its focus on the humane treatment of farm animals and sustainable farming practices. In addition, as a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation, Vital Farms prioritizes the long-term benefits of each of its stakeholders, including farmers and suppliers, customers and consumers, communities and the environment, crew members, and stockholders. In short, we exist to improve the lives of people, animals, and our planet through food.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table, we’re committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected, they bring their best ideas forward - fueling innovation, belonging, and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to treating every candidate with fairness and respect and to creating a hiring experience worthy of your trust.

Ready to Join Us?

Together, we’re cultivating an environment where every Crew member can thrive, grow, and know they’re part of something bigger - improving lives through ethical food.

California Applicants

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Please Note: This position is designated as remote within the United States; however, we are currently unable to employ individuals residing in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, West Virginia and Wyoming