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Maintenance Technician (5k Sign On Bonus)

Mars, Incorporated · mars.com
Elizabethtown
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Building maintenance technician.

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Found
20 d ago · posted 2026-09-17
Location as listed
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, United States
Role
Maintenance Technician
Pay (as listed)
$36.52–$40.58 an hour
Source
The company’s own careers site

Full description

Job Description: Mars Snacking- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PA • Pay: Based on experience between $36.52- $40.58/hour and $1.50/hour shift premium • Sign On Bonus: $5K • This site manufactures Dove Chocolate   Current Shift Schedule • 4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between: • 4th Shift: Week Off • 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM • 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM • 1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM • Weekday Shifts: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday) • Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend) Future Shift Schedule (2027): • Transition to 12-hour day or night fixed shifts (more will be discussed during the interview process) Description of Role: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast-paced, high-production environment while effectively prioritizing multiple mechanical, electrical, and administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and servicing advanced pneumatic systems, basic hydraulic systems, AC/DC electrical systems, automation (PLC and instrumentation), machining, and mechanical systems across all process and packaging equipment. What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education • 2+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience and/or technical degree or trade certification • Fundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting • Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics • Commitment to develop and enhance required technical skills • Proficient in computer software's including MS Office and email Physical Requirements: • Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. • Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs) • Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping. • Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces. • Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours • Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions • Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English. Preferred Qualifications:  • Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical trade certification • Previous food manufacturing experience • Fabrication and welding experience • PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills What will be your Key Responsibilities? • Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving process and packaging equipment. • Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment with precision, maintaining close tolerances. • Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on process and packaging equipment • Support Operations with equipment setup, changeovers, and training operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities. • Accurately document Work Orders (WO) using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance). • Actively engage in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles by participating in Pillar Teams and training fellow Technicians and Operators in AM activities, including conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA). • Comply with Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, Confined Space protocols, and all Plant Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure machinery uptime and workplace safety. • Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned Total Rewards  • Starting Pay: Based on experience between $36.52- 40.58 /hour • Shift Differential: $1.50/hour • Sign on Bonus: $5K • Annual Bonus and Merit Increases  • Benefits Starting Day One:  • Medical, Vision, and Dental  • Up to 6% 401(k) match  • Vacation time  • Tuition reimbursement  • Short/Long-Term Disability  • 18 weeks parental leave  • Relocation will not be offered for this role Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility What can you expect from Mars? • Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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