Maintenance Technician

Skip to main contentJobsDashboardProfileCurrent EmployeesJoin Talent NetworkEnglishSign InSettingsSingle PositionDrink in the PossibilitiesView All JobsMaintenance TechnicianKnoxville, Tennessee, United States This position has not yet been calibrated or is now closedJob ID2026-143416FunctionSupply ChainLevelIndividual ContributorTypeFull-TimeHourly/SalariedHourlyJob Overview:This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating UnitLocation: 3109 Plant Water Road,Knoxville,Tennessee,37914Shift & Schedule: N1 and N2 schedules available:Nights 1  Shift | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 5:00PM - 5:15AM Nights 2  Shift | Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 5:00PM - 5:15AM Overtime, weekends, and holidays as neededThe Maintenance Technician II is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment while meeting productivity requirements and maintaining KDP's high standards in safety, quality, and operational excellence.What You Will DoMaintain a safe and healthy work environment, demonstrating safe behaviors at all times.Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems on highly automated K-Cup manufacturing and packaging equipment.Analyze mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical failures and perform repairs through adjustments, defective parts replacement, or fabrication.Demonstrate troubleshooting capabilities on control systems, servo drives, motors, motor starters, and production equipment.Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.Wire moderately complex control circuits and electrical systems.Complete equipment setups, adjustments, changeovers, and centerlining activities.Teach basic mechanical skills to line operators to support autonomous maintenance and TPM initiatives.Fabricate, repair, and install equipment components, hangers, and piping systems including hot water, cold water, steam, process, and condensate systems.Fabricate or replicate minor components for equipment repair and replacement.Troubleshoot and support liquid fillers, packaging equipment, and automated manufacturing systems.Identify root causes of mechanical, electrical, and control failures and implement effective corrective actions with minimal supervision.Troubleshoot and make minor program modifications to Allen Bradley PLC platforms including SLC500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix.Review maintenance documentation and accurately record work activities within the maintenance management system.Properly utilize maintenance inventory systems and parts tracking processes.Generate productivity improvements and continuous improvement ideas that support operational excellence.Assist in training and coaching maintenance team members and operators on best practices.Follow all Keurig Dr Pepper policies and procedures, including GMP and Food Safety requirements.Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas.Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.Perform other duties as assigned. Total Rewards:Starting pay:$35.11 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $37.00 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceDisability CoveragePaid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)401(k) with company matchTuition ReimbursementMileage ReimbursementBenefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Requirements:High School Diploma or GED required.Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting 480V three-phase electrical systems, motor starters, controls, and electronic circuit boards.Ability to read and interpret repair instructions, blueprints, schematics, flowcharts, and technical documentation.Experience using computerized maintenance systems, email, maintenance manuals,...