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Maintenance Technician Trainee

Mars


Job Location:

Columbus, NE - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 30 - 30
Posted: 10 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 7 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Mars Petcare- Maintenance Technician Trainee- Columbus OH

  • Pay: Based on experience starting at $30.33/hour and $1.50 Shift Premium
  • This site manufactures petfood

Shift Schedule:

Rotating Shift:

  • 1st shift: Mon-Fri: 7A-3:30P; Sat-Sun 7A-7:30P
  • 2nd shift: Mon-Fri: 3P-11:30P
  • 3rd shift: Mon-Fri: 11P- 7:30A; Sat-Sun 7P-7:30A
  • 4th Shift: OFF 5 days
  • Initial training will be on day shift

Description of Role:

As a Maintenance Mechanic Trainee you will have the opportunity to develop mechanical/electrical skills and learn how to maintain manufacturing and packaging equipment. This is a feeder role for Shift Technicians System Technicians and Steam / Boiler Technicians.

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma GED or equivalent education
  • 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot analyze and resolve technical and mechanical problems
  • Proficient in computer softwares including MS office and email


Physical Requirements:

  • Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
  • Frequent bending stooping twisting handling and gripping.
  • Ability to work at elevated heights climb stairs lean over equipment and operate in confined spaces.
  • Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods with shifts lasting 12 hours
  • Capable of working in hot cold and wet conditions
  • Proficient in understanding communicating reading and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Technical degree or certifications
  • Fundamental electrical understanding
  • Understanding of industrial controls


What will be my key responsibilities

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot processing filling packaging and warehouse systems during factory runtime.
  • Adjust based on evaluations taken during the shift. Inspect equipment for wear abnormalities metal fatigue and damage.
  • Write and complete planned and unplanned work orders to correct safety product and asset issues.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
  • Identify potential unsafe conditions and make improvement recommendations.
  • Identify potential food safety risks and make improvement recommendations.
  • Daily involvement with area/equipment AM/PM performance boards.
  • Drive the mindset and methodology to increase Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Zero Breakdown culture.
  • Any ad hoc requests

Total Rewards

  • Starting Pay: $30.33/hour
  • Shift Differential: $1.50/hour
  • Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
  • Benefits Starting Day One:
    • Medical Vision and Dental
    • Up to 6% 401(k) match
    • Vacation time
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Short/Long-Term Disability
    • 18 weeks parental leave


Required Experience:

Intern


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