Industrial Maintenance Technician-PM Shift
The Campbell's Company · Austin, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at The Campbell's Company (industrial) in Austin, TX. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery, equipment, piping, electrical systems, and facility structures using specifications, blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP, Welding, SAP
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 145 other live reliability postings in Texas.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 54%
- PLC 33%
- Root cause 27%
- ✓ Welding 27%
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Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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What you will do…
- ◆Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery, equipment, piping, electrical systems, and facility structures using specifications, blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
- ◆Operate hand tools, power tools, grinders, saws, drills, hoists, cranes, and testing equipment to complete maintenance activities.
- ◆Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
- ◆Dismantle defective machinery and install new or repaired components using precision measuring instruments and OEM specifications.
- ◆Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, piping, and related system components.
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
- ◆Lubricate machinery, perform equipment setups, and support production changeovers as needed.
- ◆Complete maintenance work orders and respond to repair requests in a timely manner.
- ◆Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, logs, and records.
- ◆Follow all company policies, including GMPs, food safety requirements, PPE standards, Lockout/Tagout procedures, USDA regulations, and FDA requirements.
- ◆Assist with special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
What you bring to the table… (must have)
- ✓High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- ✓3-5 years of maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- ✓Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
- ✓Thorough knowledge of maintenance shop tools, equipment, and safe operating procedures.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, work orders, and technical documentation.
- ✓Strong math skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios, measurements, and practical algebra applications.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
- ✓Ability to utilize computerized maintenance management systems and ERP systems such as SAP.
- ✓Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- ✓Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- ✓Ability to travel throughout production areas, climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
- ✓Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds occasionally.
- ✓Ability to work flexible schedules based on operational needs.
- ✓Commitment to safety, food quality, and regulatory compliance.
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Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
How you will make history here…
As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in keeping our manufacturing operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will support production by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and facility systems while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards.
Who you will work with…
- •Production and Manufacturing Teams
- •Maintenance and Engineering Teams
- •Sanitation and Quality Assurance Personnel
- •Operations and Plant Leadership
- •Equipment Vendors and Service Providers
- •Warehouse and Distribution Teams
It would be great if you have… (nice to have)
- +Vocational trade school certification or equivalent training in an electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance discipline.
- +Basic welding skills, including Arc, TIG, and MIG welding.
- +Bilingual communication skills.
- +Experience in high-volume food manufacturing or food processing environments.
- +Knowledge of frozen food production operations.
- +Experience working with ovens, fryers, freezers, coolers, batch cooking systems, and high-speed packaging equipment.
- +Familiarity with maintenance documentation, SOPs, downtime tracking, preventive maintenance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- +Understanding of probability, statistical analysis, and manufacturing performance metrics.
Work environment
- •Manufacturing, production, and office environments.
- •Exposure to refrigerated warehouse areas as well as high-temperature production and oven areas.
- •Frequent movement throughout production facilities, including climbing ladders and accessing elevated or rooftop locations.
- •Requires kneeling, crawling, bending, and working in confined spaces.
- •Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of loads up to 75 pounds.
- •Work performed with minimal supervision and may require schedule flexibility to support production demands.