Maintenance Tech

WHEAT HOLDINGS LLC•Three Forks, MT

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech ensures timely and effective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of bakery and mill equipment and facilities. The position handles routine and ad-hoc maintenance to support continuous operations, minimize downtime, and help deliver high-quality baked goods. The role is based at the Wheat Montana facility in Three Forks, Montana, and is full-time, with the job shift listed as “Any.” On-the-job training is provided in general food safety, quality and safety, equipment and tool usage, safety protocols and compliance, and basic troubleshooting techniques. The company describes Stone Ground Bakery and Wheat Montana Bakery and Deli as a leading Intermountain bakery and premium flour producer, with bakery locations in Salt Lake City and Three Forks, Montana. It states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Requirements

For entry-level candidates: 0–2+ years of related experience in equipment maintenance, mechanical repair, and/or electrical systems through internships, apprenticeships, or relevant work experience.
For mid-level candidates: 2–5 years of directly related hands-on experience with food-production or similar machinery.
For senior-level candidates: 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, ideally in a bakery or food-production environment, and experience overseeing and/or training less-experienced technicians.
Understanding of basic electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills for identifying and repairing equipment issues.
Ability to work under pressure when equipment downtime may cause production loss.
Understanding and effective application of safety regulations and operating standards.
Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and managers.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
Ability to learn and adapt to new maintenance challenges and scenarios.
Must be at least 18 years old to work around chemicals and noisy or hot equipment, and to work afternoon and evening shifts if applicable.
Must be fluent in English as a primary or secondary language to communicate effectively with leadership and team members.
Ability to occasionally lift equipment parts weighing 25–50 lbs. independently or with assistance; components may exceed 100 lbs. when lifted with a team.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of automation systems, if the bakery uses automated equipment.
Multilingual ability in Spanish and English is preferred.
Experience in a food-production setting is preferred for entry-level candidates.
Experience in bakery environments may be relevant for mid-level candidates.
Bakery or food-production industrial maintenance experience is ideal for senior-level candidates.

Responsibilities

Perform regular checks and preventive maintenance on bakery and mill machinery and equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment to minimize production disruption.
Address facility issues, including plumbing, electrical, and structural concerns.
Organize, clean, and maintain maintenance tools and equipment.
Document maintenance activities and note significant issues or trends.
Follow safety guidelines while performing maintenance duties.
Collaborate with the production team to identify potential equipment issues and schedule repairs.
Assist the Maintenance Manager with maintaining spare-parts and equipment inventory.
Stay current on maintenance techniques and best practices relevant to bakery and mill operations.
Assist with consultations with equipment suppliers and service technicians as required.