Maintenance Tech II

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following our Accessibility Accomodation for Applicants page. Maintenance Tech II Posted on August 31, 2026 Locations Showing 1 location High Point, NC 27262, USA On-site Full-Time Requisition #: MAINT004649 Description Why you will love working at Maola : Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead - investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future. Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products. We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more - available within your first month. Our employees are an integral part of who we are - what you do and what you think matters

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on equipment and systems within the dairy processing facility. This role involves maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems that support pasteurization, filling, packaging, and refrigeration operations. The technician ensures equipment operates efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards to support continuous production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor, maintain, and repair boilers, pumps, compressors, filters, tanks, and other equipment in machine rooms. Maintain and repair electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, including associated components. Service and repair pasteurizing equipment to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. Maintain and repair automated conveyors, case handling systems, filling equipment, and packaging machinery. Maintain and repair blow molding equipment used in production operations. Service and repair high - and low-pressure plumbing, piping, and vacuum systems. Fabricate, modify, and build components as required to support operations. Troubleshoot equipment issues to the component level, including interpreting and applying electrical schematics and blueprints. Provide training and guidance to new maintenance team members to ensure safe and other duties may be assigned.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or International Education Equivalent. Minimum 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment as a maintenance technician or mechanic Working knowledge or mechanical and hydraulic systems. Knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance standards preferred.

COMPETENCIES

Communication Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels - oral, written, visual, and non-verbal - ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally. Accountability Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise. Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur. Customer Focused Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs. Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service. Initiative Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats. Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action. Problem-Solving Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance. Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions. Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met. Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each persons contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment may require working in the cooler room with varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids. Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high. Wet/slippery work conditions. Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk, cream, butter, and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality, freshness, and love for the environment, Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola, please visit . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Maola Local Dairies