Maintenance Mechanic - 484659

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This is a full-time Maintenance Mechanic position that is responsible

for troubleshooting, repairing, and installing pneumatic and hydraulic

systems, control valves, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.

Maintenance Mechanics are also responsible for troubleshooting and

repairing AC/DC electrical systems, reading schematics, and using

electrical testing equipment (Volt-Ohm meter, amp meter, oscilloscope).

Our Maintenance Mechanics have extensive understanding of Programmable

Logic Controls and contribute a unique skillset through the use of

preventative maintenance systems and work order tracking. Maintenance

Mechanics have the skill and flexibility to work on any equipment within

the facility and to operate lathes, mills, arc and Heliarc welders for

repair, and fabrication.\

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If you do not have extensive experience, you may be better suited for

one of our entry-level position. If so, we encourage you to search for

the position that best fits your current skillset. Prior to to the

in-person interview, you will be asking to complete a hands-on

electrical skills test.\

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Although you will start out working for Frito-Lay, this job can open the

door to career opportunities with our parent company, PepsiCo. We set

industry standards in terms of pay and benefits. We also offer

unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision,

retirement saving benefits including a 401(k) with company contribution,

vacation days and much more.\

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Work will vary from day to day depending on need and your hours will

vary by assigned location. It also gets loud and the Frito-Lay

manufacturing facilities are large. While we want everyone to feel

comfortable, our ability to control the temperature in our warehouses is

limited. Indoor warehouse working conditions are impacted by seasons and

the weather.\

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Before going any further, you should know that our Maintenance team is

known for two critical areas of expertise:\

\* Deep understanding of high-voltage wiring (480V 3-phase motors)\

\* Multi-craft maintenance and repair (e.g. performing interrelated

repairs on electrical systems and mechanical systems)\

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Are you comfortable, competent, and capable with high-voltage wiring and

multi-craft repair?\

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If you answered yes, our team would welcome your contributions to our

daily operations. We asked our Maintenance Mechanics what we should tell

you about your work day, and this is what they had to say:\

\* You will use your extensive knowledge to assist entry-level mechanics

with difficult repairs\

\* You are willing to work under pressure to fix equipment\

\* You will work urgently to get the equipment back up and running\

\* You will be troubleshooting issues on a wide variety of equipment\

\* You will conduct repair failures of production and facilities

equipment\

\* You will ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness, and

reliability\

\* Responding to maintenance calls is part of your job, and this can

sometimes mean helping complete a repair that has already been started\

\* You will inspect machines, develop repair lists and identify

short-term and long-term repairs so that machines run correctly\

\* You will work from task lists when diagnosing machines and taking

corrective actions\

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Professional insight and knowledge of the operation of our equipment

will enable you to understand problems and take action to resolve

issues. Do you have an electrical certification, maintenance

manufacturing experience, technical school training, or welding

experience?\

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If so, you are likely well-equipped to join the team. We have a robust

training program that can benefit you provided that you have a proven

base knowledge of mechanical maintenance repair (especially with regard

to electrical repair multi-craft repairs). Although its not required,

many managers prefer that candidates have at least two years training

experience in mechanical/electrical repair in a manufacturing

environment.\

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Please be sure that you meet the following minimum requirements for this

position:\

\* You are at least 18 years of age or older\

\* You will be required to work on weekends and holidays\

\* Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable

accommodation\

\* You are able to stand and walk for extended periods of time with or

without a reasonable accommodation\

\* You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for

extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation\

\* You are willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme

temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces\

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Mechanics who are considering applying often ask us what characteristics

our leadership looks for in this important position. This should give

you an idea of what managers are seeking:\

\* Customer Service: given our emphasis on mechanical aptitude, you

might be surprised to see customer service listed here, but remember we

interact with all levels of team members on the floor. It is important

that you, and we as a team, treat all team members with the same level

of service as we would our consumers.\

\* Flexibility: you\'ll be switching gears, shifting priorities, and

balancing task lists with calls for main