Facilities / Utilities Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)
Come join our team, where we make iconic childhood favorites like Capri Sun and Kool-Aid. Channel your inner Kool-Aid Man, bring the energy, and your loudest “OH YEAH!” Great pay, fast-paced shifts, and unlimited bragging rights at the next family BBQ.
Location: Granite City Plant
Training Rate: $33.69/hour
Night Shift Differential: +$1.00/hour
Starting Night Shift Pay: $34.69/hour
Full Rate After Training: $36.77/hour
Night Shift Full Rate: $37.77/hour
Schedule: 3-2-2 Night Shift | 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
We are hiring a Facilities & Utilities Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining and repairing all plant infrastructure and support systems that keep the facility running. This role focuses on everything outside of production equipment, including utilities, building systems, and site infrastructure. This role plays a key part in maintaining uptime, safety, and efficiency across the facility.
Fast Pay Progression: Increase to $37.77/hour (including shift differential) within 3–4 months through structured training
Broad System Exposure: Work across utilities and facility systems (boilers, HVAC, compressed air, electrical)
Skill Growth: Opportunity to expand beyond a single craft into multi-system troubleshooting
Industry Training: On-the-job boiler training through Cleaver-Brooks, a leading manufacturer in boiler systems
Stable Schedule: Consistent 3-2-2 night shift with built-in days off
Utilities & Facility Systems
Maintain and support systems including Steam Systems, HVAC/R, Chilled Water, Compressed Air, Vacuum, Electrical Power Distribution, Natural Gas, Fire Sprinkler Systems, City Water
Monitor system performance and respond to issues impacting plant operations
Troubleshooting & Repair
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues
Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals Use testing equipment (multimeter, amp meter, etc.) to identify root causes
Preventative Maintenance & Reliability
Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
Complete work orders and document maintenance activities accurately Support equipment upgrades, overhauls, and continuous improvement efforts
Team & Operational Support
Communicate effectively across shifts to ensure continuity
Partner with vendors and contractors as needed
Maintain a safe work environment and follow all plant safety and quality standards
2–4 years of maintenance experience in industrial, facilities, or building systems Technical training or degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, Electrical, or related field Experience in the following: Electrical troubleshooting Mechanical maintenance HVAC or facilities systems Ability to read and interpret basic electrical diagrams or schematics Follow all safety policies and actively support plant safety initiatives Experience in maintaining accurate documentation and support quality standards across operations Comply with GMP, HACCP, and KHMS standards
Experience working with plant utilities (boilers, steam, compressed air, etc.) Multi-craft maintenance experience (electrical + mechanical) Familiarity with preventative maintenance systems and work orders
Ability to work night shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Comfortable working at heights (ladders, lifts, elevated platforms) Ability to operate or learn equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial security, and overall wellbeing, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision Paid Time Off and Holidays 401(k) and Financial Protection Plans Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programs
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
Granite City Plant
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
