Demo

Maintenance Mechanic | Starting Pay at $30.55hr

Nestlé Purina North America
Fort Dodge, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

As a Maintenance Mechanic you will be responsible for the maintenance of all plant systems, which will include facilities, unloading, processing, packing and warehouse operations. You will troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical equipment. Working in a safe manner at all times, you will play a major role in machine reliability and process improvements across the plant. Our maintenance work includes both predictive and preventative maintenance.

  • Maintenance of plant systems: mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation
  • Troubleshoot electrical controls systems including motors and PLCs
  • Use test equipment such as multimeters, megohmmeters, and process simulators
  • Repair gear reducers, belt and screw conveyors, chain elevators, and packaging equipment
  • Maintain wastewater system, boiler operations, cooling towers, and general building needs
  • Complete predictive maintenance such as vibration analysis and oil sample collection

When you build your career as a Maintenance Mechanic at our Fort Dodge facility, you’ll enjoy:

  • Competitive pay, eligibility for overtime, & quarterly bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits including annual Lifestyle Spending Account, full health benefits, & 401k match
  • Vacation time and excellent maternity/paternity leave
  • Work/life balance with a 12-hour 2/3 work schedule

The pay progression entry rate is $30.55 with earning potential up to $36.00.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 1 year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment OR a 2 year technical degree completed

Other

  • Must be willing to work nights and weekends.

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

The approximate hourly pay for this position starts at a pay rate of $30.55 an hour for Maintenance Mechanic. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID:

346405

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

#Hourly

Salary : $31

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Maintenance Mechanic | Starting Pay at $30.55hr?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Maintenance Mechanic | Starting Pay at $30.55hr career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$53,290 - $69,188
Income Estimation: 
$61,853 - $80,766
Income Estimation: 
$53,290 - $69,188
Income Estimation: 
$61,853 - $80,766
Income Estimation: 
$61,853 - $80,766
Income Estimation: 
$72,186 - $96,449
Income Estimation: 
$72,186 - $96,449
Income Estimation: 
$72,024 - $91,455
Income Estimation: 
$47,379 - $62,026
Income Estimation: 
$53,290 - $69,188
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Nestlé Purina North America

Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Denver, CO Full Time
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater ...
Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Flagstaff, AZ Full Time
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater ...
Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Flagstaff, AZ Full Time
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater ...
Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Flagstaff, AZ Full Time
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater ...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Maintenance Mechanic | Starting Pay at $30.55hr jobs in the Fort Dodge, IA area that may be a better fit.

Production Operator | Starting Pay at $28.30hr

Nestlé Purina, Fort Dodge, IA

Marine Mechanic

Remote Mechanic Jobs, Des Moines, IA

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!