Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician (PLC/Automation)

Frito-Lay•Frankfort, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

What a Night on D Shift Looks Like You clock in energized at 6:00 PM for a 40-hour week on the D Shift: Wednesday through Saturday, 6 PM–6 AM (with Wednesday at 6 hours, Thursday–Saturday at 12 hours each). You’ll rotate from a high-voltage motor troubleshooting call to a precision repair on a hydraulic circuit—then jump to a PLC fault that’s keeping a packaging line from running. By sunrise, you’ve helped get critical equipment back online, documented work orders, and teed up both short- and long-term fixes. Your Impact Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems; interpret schematics and leverage test gear such as volt-ohm meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes. Install, maintain, and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, and both centrifugal and positive displacement pumps. Work confidently around high-voltage (480V, 3-phase) motors and perform multi-craft repairs across mechanical and electrical domains. Apply strong PLC knowledge (troubleshooting, I/O, sensors) and contribute to preventative maintenance programs and work order tracking. Operate machine tools (lathes, mills) and perform fabrication/repair welding, including arc and Heliarc® processes. Respond urgently to maintenance calls, sometimes completing in-progress repairs to restore uptime. Inspect assets, create repair lists, and prioritize immediate versus long-range actions to maximize reliability and efficiency. Coach entry-level mechanics through complex diagnostics and safe work practices. Where You’ll Work Our Frito-Lay manufacturing facilities are large and dynamic. It’s loud, fast-paced, and the indoor environment can be affected by seasonal temperatures. Hours may vary by location and business need. You’ll have the backing of a team that values urgency, precision, and safety. About You You’re comfortable with high-voltage systems and thrive on multi-craft problem solving. You bring customer service to the floor—partnering respectfully with operators, peers, and leaders. You’re flexible, able to shift priorities quickly, and keep your cool under pressure. You’re a self-starter who owns quality, pace, and thorough documentation. Safety is second nature—you follow procedures to protect people and product.

Requirements

Proven background in mechanical/electrical maintenance; PLC familiarity required.
Ability to read electrical schematics and safely use electrical test equipment.
Hands-on exposure to pneumatics, hydraulics, valves, and industrial pumps.
18 years of age or older.
Available to work weekends and holidays.
Lift 15–50 lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Stand and walk for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Comfort working around extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces.

Nice To Haves

Experience with lathes, mills, and welding (arc/Heliarc®) is a plus.
Electrical certification, technical school training, or manufacturing maintenance experience preferred.
Many managers prefer 2+ years of training/experience in mechanical/electrical repair in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems; interpret schematics and leverage test gear such as volt-ohm meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, and both centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.
Work confidently around high-voltage (480V, 3-phase) motors and perform multi-craft repairs across mechanical and electrical domains.
Apply strong PLC knowledge (troubleshooting, I/O, sensors) and contribute to preventative maintenance programs and work order tracking.
Operate machine tools (lathes, mills) and perform fabrication/repair welding, including arc and Heliarc® processes.
Respond urgently to maintenance calls, sometimes completing in-progress repairs to restore uptime.
Inspect assets, create repair lists, and prioritize immediate versus long-range actions to maximize reliability and efficiency.
Coach entry-level mechanics through complex diagnostics and safe work practices.