Maintenance Technician 1st-Alma
Hormel Foods · Alma, KS
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Hormel Foods (food & beverage) in Alma, KS. Tear down, set up, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all plant equipment with minimal supervision.
- They ask for
- 18+ years
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2669 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 56 other live reliability postings in Kansas.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 65%
- PLC 37%
- Welding 32%
- Root cause 23%
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This plant: Hormel Foods in Alma
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Full description from Hormel FoodsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Tear down, set up, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all plant equipment with minimal supervision.
- ◆Install, operate, maintain, and repair processing equipment using industrial maintenance skills.
- ◆Monitor equipment performance and make adjustments to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- ◆Perform preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
- ◆Assist with system modifications to improve equipment operation and support plant goals.
- ◆Utilize the Asset Management System (EAM).
- ◆Provide training to less experienced maintenance personnel.
Required
- ✓Previous mechanical experience required.
- ✓Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- ✓Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple tasks.
- ✓Attention to detail and ability to use computer systems/software.
- ✓Ability to climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in temperatures ranging from -10°F to 100°F.
- ✓Ability to use powered equipment such as forklifts and hi-lifts.
- ✓Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- ✓Must be 18 year of age or older.
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Hormel Foods – Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (1st Shift)
$9000 RETENTION BONUS
Location: Alma, KS
Shift: 1st Shift (Monday–Friday, 5:00AM–1:30PM; weekend work as required)
Wage Rate: $25.25-$35.25 per hour
We are seeking motivated, skilled individuals to join our Maintenance team. Ideal candidates show strong problem-solving abilities, reliability, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. This role plays a critical part in keeping production equipment running efficiently and safely in our food processing environment.
Preferred
- +Preferred experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics in an industrial manufacturing facility.
- +Experience with refrigeration equipment, boilers, compressors, HVAC, fire suppression, or water treatment a plus.
Work Environment
- •Exposure to cold temperatures (35–40°F on production floor).
- •Wet, slippery floors and mechanical equipment.
- •Exposure to chemicals used in sanitation.
- •Loud noise; PPE required including hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection.