Senior Maintenance Mechanic: Equipment & Systems Repair

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III in Fort Wayne, IN, to maintain and repair industrial and production equipment, coordinate preventive maintenance, and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues. You will perform repairs, calibrations, and welding as needed, while ensuring safety and equipment reliability.

You will also document work orders, train junior staff, and uphold hygiene and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Routine inspections and preventive maintenance on industrial and production equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues to identify root causes.
• Perform repairs and replacements of faulty components such as motors, belts, sensors, and wiring.
• Weld and fabricate to repair or modify equipment as needed.
• Calibrate and test equipment to meet quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Adhere to safety protocols and hygiene standards.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced staff.
• Represent The Froneri Way through behaviors and core values.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repair and replacement

Welding and fabrication

Calibration

Documentation

Safety

Training

Company values

Job description

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III in Fort Wayne, IN, to maintain and repair industrial and production equipment, coordinate preventive maintenance, and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues. You will perform repairs, calibrations, and welding as needed, while ensuring safety and equipment reliability.

You will also document work orders, train junior staff, and uphold hygiene and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.