Industrial Maintenance Technician - Electro-Mechanical & PLC Systems at Frito-Lay

You clock in, scan the work orders, and head to a packaging line reporting a fault. A 480V three-phase motor trips; you isolate the circuit, pull out the volt-ohm and amp meters, and confirm the issue with an oscilloscope. Later, you rebuild a positive displacement pump, replace a control valve on a pneumatic circuit, and finish the shift mentoring an entry-level tech through a PLC input fault. You close out tasks in our work order system and line up parts for tomorrow’s preventative maintenance.

• Troubleshoot, install, and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, and both centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.
• Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems; read and interpret electrical schematics; use test equipment (volt-ohm meter, amp meter, oscilloscope).
• Apply strong knowledge of Programmable Logic Controls for machine troubleshooting and optimization; leverage preventative maintenance systems and work order tracking.
• Work across the facility on any equipment; operate lathes, mills, and perform arc and Heliarc® welding for repair and fabrication.
• Respond with urgency to maintenance calls, including assisting with in-progress repairs to restore production quickly.
• Inspect equipment, build repair lists, and prioritize short- and long-term fixes to maximize efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability.
• Support and coach entry-level mechanics through complex diagnostics and repairs while maintaining safety and quality.

• Deep expertise with high-voltage wiring, specifically 480V three-phase motors.
• True multi-craft capability across electrical and mechanical disciplines.

• Customer-focused communicators who partner well with teammates at every level.
• Flexible problem-solvers who can shift priorities and keep calm under pressure.
• Self-starters who take ownership when working independently on PMs and breakdowns.
• Safety-first pros who follow procedures to protect people, equipment, and product quality.

• 18 years of age or older.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Lift 15 to 50 lbs, stand/walk for long periods, and climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Comfort working around extreme temperatures, humidity, loud/hazardous equipment, and slippery surfaces.

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Schematics
• PLC Wiring Experience

Before an in-person interview, you will complete a hands-on electrical skills test. If you’re still building experience, consider applying to one of our entry-level roles to grow into this position.

Start with Frito-Lay and open doors to PepsiCo career opportunities. We set industry standards for pay and offer comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, retirement savings including a 401(k) with company contribution, paid vacation, and more.

Work varies day-to-day by business needs and assigned location. Our manufacturing facilities are large and can be loud; temperature control in warehouses is limited, so indoor conditions change with the seasons.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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