Weekend Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance Tech

utzexternalcareer1; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Hanover, PA is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance Technician for our weekend night shift to keep high-speed packaging lines running. This full-time role offers hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and rapid repairs on conveyors and packaging equipment.

Responsibilities include working with PLCs, motor controls, relays, VFDs, and electrical panels, plus reading schematics and installing conduit for upgrades.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance (electrical and mechanical).
• Experience with automated conveyor systems or warehouse distribution technology.
• Able to diagnose issues with sensors, relays, VFDs, and control panels.
• Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs and working at heights up to 30 feet.
• Food manufacturing or packaging experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repairing conveyor belt systems and automated material handling equipment.
• Working with PLC systems, motor controls, DC/AC drives, and sensor-based automation.
• Installing, wiring, and maintaining electrical components like relays, motors, and panels.
• Performing preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and keep things running smoothly.
• Reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams with accuracy.
• Installing conduit, EMT, and sealtite to support system upgrades and expansions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Tools

Conveyor systems

PLC

VFDs

Sensors

Control panels

Job description

Utz Quality Foods in Hanover, PA is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance Technician for our weekend night shift to keep high-speed packaging lines running. This full-time role offers hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and rapid repairs on conveyors and packaging equipment.

Responsibilities include working with PLCs, motor controls, relays, VFDs, and electrical panels, plus reading schematics and installing conduit for upgrades.