Sr Maintenance Technician

FerrellGas; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

ESOP

PTO

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Blue Rhino, a Ferrellgas company, is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician in Kansas City, KS. The role focuses on inspection, maintenance, and repair of facility equipment, with emphasis on electrical/automation, safety, and documentation. Expect a Monday–Friday schedule and a $28.00 hourly rate.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years in electrical/automation, and PLC knowledge; strong communication and MS Office skills are required. Overtime may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• 3+ years of electrical/automation experience in manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of PLCs preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, teamwork.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel); strong organizational skills.
• Strong time-management and attention to detail.
• Reliable, dependable, and flexible with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily plant and equipment inspections and document findings.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and ensure adherence.
• Monitor equipment for unusual sounds and malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and order parts as needed.
• Dismantle defective equipment and install parts.
• Provide technical guidance to production staff.
• Follow OSHA safety rules and process safety programs.

Skills

Electrical/automation experience

PLC knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)

Time management

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Reliable and dependable

Flexibility with hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or post-secondary technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr Maintenance Technician

Job Locations

US-KS-Kansas City

Join a team that keeps America grilling! Blue Rhino, a Ferrellgas company was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 - and that trust starts with our people. Blue Rhino is seeking a Full-Time Sr Maintenance Technician to join our hardworking and safety-focused team. The Sr Maintenance Technician is responsible for a wide range of daily duties to include inspection, maintenance and repair of facility equipment and systems, documenting all relevant information of maintenance and repairs, and striving for safety, productivity, and financial responsibility. This position typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of electrical/automation experience.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00am-6:30pm

Pay: $28.00 hourly

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Blue Rhino, we're committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support
• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Responsibilities

• Ensures daily plant and equipment inspections are conducted and documented appropriately.
• Assists in developing preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment, and ensures schedules are adhered to and documented.
• Monitors for unusual sounds from equipment to detect malfunction.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical issues.
• Maintains spare parts inventory and orders parts as needed.
• Dismantles defective equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Provides technical information and operational guidance to production employees.
• Follows safety rules and procedures including OSHA standards and the Company Process Safety Management program.
• Directs, performs, and records periodic testing.
• Maintains a clear sense of priority and focus in support of team performance.
• Identifies improvements in the process's equipment.
• Provides leadership for problem resolution and takes the lead on correcting equipment deficiencies.
• Maintains professional working relationships with production team.
• Builds professional relationships with equipment vendors.
• Considers long term upgrades and repairs constantly.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical training or post-secondary technical degree preferred.
• 3 + years of electrical/automation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid Understand of PLC's, preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on team building and developing a positive rapport with company employees.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated track record of being a reliable and dependable worker.
• Flexible (hours/shifts).
• Mandatory overtime when necessary.

Why Blue Rhino?

At Blue Rhino we're honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers' lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials