Building Maintenance Technician - Southwestern Illinois College

Building Maintenance Technician

Closing on: Apr 18, 2026
Job Shift: Full Time
Job Location: Granite City IL


Kraft Heinz, Granite City, IL
• $32.71 per hour; Opportunity to earn $35.70 per hour after completing training
• Anticipated training time 3-4 months
• Work Schedule: 3-2-2 night shift. 6:00pm – 6:30am.

PREREQUISITES
• Individual must have knowledge/experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
• Must be able to perform troubleshooting and maintenance on Utility & Facility Equipment.
• Must have excellent troubleshooting ability and read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment to help solve multiple problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Must possess basic knowledge of Boiler Operation, Steam Systems, Chilled Water, Compressed Air, Vacuum, Electrical Power Distribution, Natural Gas, Fire Sprinkler Systems, City Water, and HVAC/R.
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment. Make necessary repairs and adjustments in order to minimize downtime and maximize equipment efficiency.
• Utilize test equipment such as amp meter, fluke, and other test equipment. Check electrical circuits, machine operations and process instrumentation.
• Analyze equipment to improve efficiency, safety and quality.
• Complete maintenance service request and perform routine preventative maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Follow-up on current status of equipment modifications and work orders.
• Provide innovative solutions to help resolve on-going breakdowns.
• Monitor equipment status and participate in equipment overhauls.
• Maintain legible, neat and accurate records, documentation, reports, etc.
• Operate a computer to get email and to input time spent on work orders.
• Meet with vendors and contractors as necessary to assure continued efficiency & maintenance of equipment.
• Upgrade skills as required due to improvements or changes in technology.
• Insure good communication between different shifts.
• Must be able to learn how to operate a forklift, scissors lift, and boom lift.
• Comply with all Safety and Quality requirements while performing your job
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

SKILLS REQUIRED
• 2yr degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, Facilities Technology, or Building Maintenance from an accredited institution preferred.
• 2-3 years previous maintenance experience or equivalent technical training.
• Read and understand operating manuals.
• Ability to interpret and analyze electrical diagrams or schematics.
• Ability to safely and effectively work on plant facilities and equipment.
• Able to work well within a team environment and with all associates.
• Planning/organizational skills and strong verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of requirement and importance of documentation.
• Understanding and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
• Not be afraid of heights as some equipment and lighting are up in the air.
• Able to climb ladders or stairs while carrying a tool belt and test meters.
• Able to work off shifts, holiday, weekend, and overtime as necessary.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY
• Actively participate in team safety efforts to achieve/exceed plant goals.
• Involvement and supportive of safety processes.
• Required to perform all duties safely and use discretion to prevent injuries to self and/or others.

QUALITY RESPONSIBILITY:
• Ensure the quality of our product and our workplace by following all procedures and guidelines.
• Comply with all established GMPs HACCP guidelines, housekeeping responsibilities and KHMS operating procedures.

How to Apply?
https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers?start=0&location=Granite+City%2C++IL%2C++United+States&pid=1970324837326863&sort_by=distance&filter_distance=160&filter_include_remote=1

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