Building Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Facilities / Utilities Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)

Come join our team, where we make iconic childhood favorites like Capri Sun and Kool-Aid. Channel your inner Kool-Aid Man, bring the energy, and your loudest “OH YEAH!” Great pay, fast-paced shifts, and unlimited bragging rights at the next family BBQ.

• What we Make: Capri Sun and Kool-Aid Bursts
• Origin: 1991 began Capri Sun production

• Workforce: 320+ employees

• Safety: 0 OSHA incidents the past 12+ months

• Focus: Quality-first operations and continuous improvement

• Our Motto: “ Every SIP Counts ” — Service, Integrity, People

Location: Granite City Plant

Pay & Schedule

Training Rate: $33.69/hour

Night Shift Differential: +$1.00/hour

Starting Night Shift Pay: $34.69/hour

Full Rate After Training: $36.77/hour

Night Shift Full Rate: $37.77/hour

Schedule: 3-2-2 Night Shift | 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM

Role Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

Utilities & Facility Systems

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

Troubleshooting & Repair

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

Preventative Maintenance & Reliability

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

Team & Operational Support

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

Basic Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to work night shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Comfortable working at heights (ladders, lifts, elevated platforms) Ability to operate or learn equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts

Benefits & Wellbeing

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial security, and overall wellbeing, including:

Medical, Dental, Vision Paid Time Off and Holidays 401(k) and Financial Protection Plans Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programs

Benefits: 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.

Wellbeing: 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

Location(s)

Granite City Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact View email address on aiapply.co .