Senior Electrical Maintenance Technician (Nature's Bakery)
Mars · Salt Lake City, UT
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Mars (food & beverage) in Salt Lake City, UT. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems and components on high-speed manufacturing equipment.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, FDA / GMP, PLC, Welding, EHS / safety
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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 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 29 other live reliability postings in Utah.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 47%
- ✓ Welding 37%
- Team leadership 27%
- Automation 27%
- ✓ Root cause 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Mars in Salt Lake City
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requirements
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- ✓Stay current on equipment, technical skills, and safety practices through ongoing training.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for an experienced industrial maintenance professional who is confident troubleshooting electrical systems and isn't afraid to get hands-on with equipment.
- ✓4+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Food manufacturing experience is preferred.
- ✓Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.
- ✓Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and manufacturing drawings .
- ✓Working knowledge of control power and main power .
- ✓Experience troubleshooting motors, electrical components, sensors, and production equipment.
- ✓Experience using a voltmeter and amp meter .
- ✓PLC experience is a plus.
- ✓Packaging machinery experience is a plus.
- ✓Mechanical, pneumatic, fabrication, and welding experience.
- ✓Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
- ✓Experience with MIG, TIG, and/or acetylene welding is a plus.
- ✓Knowledge of industrial lubricants and their appropriate applications.
- ✓Ability to operate and safely use industrial maintenance tools and equipment.
- ✓Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize multiple issues.
- ✓Self-motivated and able to work independently while being a strong team player.
- ✓Must have a professional set of industrial maintenance and electrical tools , including a voltmeter and amp meter.
- ✓Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift , including weekends and occasional overtime.
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Job Description
Sr. Maintenance Technician – Electrical Focus
Shift Graveyard (Nights: 6pm-6:30am)
Pay: 42.65 per hour plus night Differential plus overtime pay
Who we are
At Nature’s Bakery, we’re passionate about powering life’s adventures with delicious, better-for-you snacks crafted from real, wholesome ingredients. From our iconic Fig Bars to our exciting range of soft-baked treats, we believe everyone deserves snacking options that nourish the body and delight the taste buds. As a proud member of the Mars family of companies, we’re experiencing rapid growth fueled by strategic investments in our people, bakeries, and innovation. We foster a values-driven, people-first culture where collaboration, creativity, and community thrive—making every day meaningful and rewarding. Our future looks brighter than ever. Join us and help bake something better.
Keep the lines running. Solve problems. Own the equipment.
We’re looking for an experienced Sr. Maintenance Technician with a strong electrical background to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining high-speed production equipment — with a heavy emphasis on electrical systems, controls, motors, and equipment troubleshooting .
If you’re the person others call when a machine goes down and you like figuring out why it stopped, this could be a great fit.
You’ll work across both electrical and mechanical systems, supporting production, completing preventative maintenance, and responding quickly to equipment issues. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with a variety of automated manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced food production environment.
What You’ll Do
Electrical & Controls
- •Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems and components on high-speed manufacturing equipment.
- •Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment documentation .
- •Troubleshoot both control power and main power systems.
- •Diagnose electrical issues involving motors, sensors, switches, controls, and other industrial components.
- •Identify appropriate motor frames, power requirements, and amp draw .
- •Use electrical test equipment, including voltmeters and amp meters , to diagnose equipment issues.
- •Troubleshoot and repair electrical functions throughout production equipment.
- •Support PLC-based equipment and controls; PLC experience is a plus .
- •Perform soldering and other electrical repair techniques as needed.
- •Work safely around energized equipment and follow all electrical and industrial safety requirements.
Mechanical & Production Equipment
- •Install, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair manufacturing equipment including conveyors, assembly equipment, forming equipment, mixers, and packaging machinery .
- •Diagnose equipment failures, replace defective components, make repairs, and test equipment to ensure it is operating properly.
- •Work with pneumatic systems, cylinders, glue systems, date coders, and other production equipment .
- •Perform preventative maintenance according to equipment specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and scheduled PMs.
- •Use machine shop equipment and fabrication tools to repair parts or make equipment modifications.
- •Work with food-grade aluminum and stainless steel and perform fabrication and welding as needed.
- •Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other equipment required to safely complete maintenance work.
Keep Production Moving
- •Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and emergency maintenance situations.
- •Prioritize and triage multiple maintenance needs in a fast-paced production environment.
- •Partner with Operations and other Maintenance Technicians to minimize equipment downtime.
- •Generate work orders and parts requests and ensure maintenance records are completed accurately.
- •Complete PMs, work orders, and required documentation.
- •Maintain strong knowledge of GMP, food safety, OSHA, and plant safety
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
- •A troubleshooting mindset — you enjoy finding the root cause, not just replacing parts.
- •Strong electrical fundamentals and the ability to safely diagnose equipment issues.
- •Ability to read schematics and use technical documentation to solve problems.
- •Comfort working around high-speed production machinery.
- •Ability to move between electrical,
