Maintenance Technician II

Position: Maintenance Technician II $35/hr
Job Description

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.

Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.

We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.

A career at Hill's Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

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Job Title:

Maintenance Technician II $35/hr

Travel Required?:
No Travel

Posting

Start Date:

1/8/26

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #168419 - Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values-Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous-we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

The Maintenance Technician II role is to troubleshoot, repair, proactively maintain and enhance all current production and facilities related equipment with focus on mechanical, electrical and controls systems. As well as install and modify equipment in support of production and facilities.

This position requires proactive engagement in operational processes and statuses, with a focus on identifying opportunities to execute tasks that add value, as well as continually seeking opportunities for improvement. It involves overseeing and verifying the work performed by external contractors.

Shift: 6pm-6:30am 2-2-3 Schedule

Pay Information

Maintenance Tech II starts at $35.00/hr

Shift Differential is $1.00 for night shift

With Opportunity for Growth

Education

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:
Technical College/Vocational school certificate or degree in related areas of industrial maintenance

Experience/Qualifications

Required:

* 1+ year of experience in a Maintenance Tech 1 position with Hill's and successful completion of the Maintenance Tech 2 Certification.

OR

* 3+ years of experience in a food grade industrial maintenance setting.

OR

* 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment.

* Both internal and external candidates must earn a passing score on either the Mechanical or Electrical SMT Test

Required Skills

* Advanced ability to understand and follow safety protocols to Safely Complete

Job Duties

* Proficient ability to troubleshoot and repair Mechanical Systems

* Proficient ability to troubleshoot and repair Conveyance, and Pneumatic and Liquid Transfer Systems

* Proficient ability to troubleshoot and repair Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems

* Proficient ability to troubleshoot and repair Electrical Distribution Systems (480V and lower)

* Proficient ability to troubleshoot and repair Electrical Systems and Devices

* Proficient ability to troubleshoot and repair Control Systems including Components and Instrumentation

* Ability to assist with using the PLC to troubleshoot and replace PLC Components

* Ability to Weld, Fabricate, and Pipe Fit, including but not limited to:

* welding;
Acetylene and Plasma cutting, Mig, Arc

* fabrication;
Drilling, Grinding, Shear

* piping; threading, hanging, aligning, and connecting

* Ability to use a Computer to complete required SAP transactions, review reports, and perform technical research

* Strong Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills, including but not limited to:

* maintaining effective and professional communication, both verbally and written, with peers, personnel from other departments, and department leaders

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $35.00 - $36.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits:
Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays…