Building Maintenance Technician

Kraft Heinz • Granite City, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Facilities & Utilities Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining and repairing all plant infrastructure and support systems that keep the facility running. This role focuses on everything outside of production equipment, including utilities, building systems, and site infrastructure. This role plays a key part in maintaining uptime, safety, and efficiency across the facility. What Makes This Role Different Fast Pay Progression: Increase to $37.77/hour (including shift differential) within 3–4 months through structured training Broad System Exposure: Work across utilities and facility systems (boilers, HVAC, compressed air, electrical) Skill Growth: Opportunity to expand beyond a single craft into multi-system troubleshooting Industry Training: On-the-job boiler training through Cleaver-Brooks, a leading manufacturer in boiler systems Stable Schedule: Consistent 3-2-2 night shift with built-in days off

Requirements

• 2–4 years of maintenance experience in industrial, facilities, or building systems
• Technical training or degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, Electrical, or related field
• Experience in the following: Electrical troubleshooting, Mechanical maintenance, HVAC or facilities systems
• Ability to read and interpret basic electrical diagrams or schematics
• Follow all safety policies and actively support plant safety initiatives
• Experience in maintaining accurate documentation and support quality standards across operations
• Comply with GMP, HACCP, and KHMS standards

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with plant utilities (boilers, steam, compressed air, etc.)
• Multi-craft maintenance experience (electrical + mechanical)
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance systems and work orders

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support systems including Steam Systems, HVAC/R, Chilled Water, Compressed Air, Vacuum, Electrical Power Distribution, Natural Gas, Fire Sprinkler Systems, City Water
• Monitor system performance and respond to issues impacting plant operations
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Use testing equipment (multimeter, amp meter, etc.) to identify root causes
• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Complete work orders and document maintenance activities accurately
• Support equipment upgrades, overhauls, and continuous improvement efforts
• Communicate effectively across shifts to ensure continuity
• Partner with vendors and contractors as needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all plant safety and quality standards

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401(k) and Financial Protection Plans
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programs
• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
• We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example: Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree