Maintenance Technician I
Full-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt) $22.68 - $24.20
Salt & Straw is looking for Maintenance Technicians to support our Central Kitchen of Oregon (CKOR) production facility located in Portland’s Central Eastside. The Maintenance Technician supports safe, reliable, and efficient facility and production operations by performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities across equipment, machinery, and facility systems. This role works independently on standard maintenance tasks while partnering with senior technicians on more complex repairs and projects. Maintenance Technicians help minimize downtime, support operational continuity, and uphold all food safety, GMP, and workplace safety standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What Salt & Straw Maintenance Technicians Do
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Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and routine repairs on production equipment, machinery, and facility systems
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Troubleshoot and complete basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs within scope of training
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Accurately log, track, and complete maintenance work orders while maintaining clear and timely documentation
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Inspect equipment to verify safe operation, support product quality, and ensure compliance with SOPs and preventive maintenance procedures
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Assist with installation, setup, and testing of new or relocated equipment
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Perform general facility maintenance including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and structural upkeep
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Follow all food safety, GMP, and OSHA requirements while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment
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Maintain organized, clean, and orderly maintenance areas, tools, and parts
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Support maintenance inventory by receiving, organizing, tracking, and counting parts and supplies
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Communicate effectively with Production and cross-functional teams while proactively escalating issues and supporting action plans
What You’ll Get
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Everyday Pay: Optional access to earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility.
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401(k) with Company Match: Eligible after 3 months of service, with automatic enrollment and a 50% company match on deferrals, up to 1% of pay.
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Paid Time Off: Accrues starting at approximately 2 weeks per year, increasing with tenure.
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Sick Leave: Forty hours provided after 30 days of employment plus ongoing accrual based on hours worked.
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Paid Holidays: Twelve paid holidays annually.
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Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage: Available beginning the first of the month following your start date.
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Career Development & Tuition Assistance: Career growth opportunities and up to $1,800/year in education reimbursement for eligible programs.
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Team Member Discount: Enjoy a 30% discount on our handmade ice cream and merchandise.
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Additional Voluntary Benefits: Including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, commuter benefits, and pet insurance.
This Role Might Be Right If You:
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Have a minimum of 1 year of maintenance or related technical experience
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Have a craft apprenticeship, technical certification, or AA degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred
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Have working knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
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Can safely use hand and power tools
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Understand preventive maintenance practices and documentation
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Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
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Can work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production environment
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Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Can adapt to changing priorities and work extended hours as needed
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Have basic math proficiency including fractions, percentages, and unit conversion
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Are comfortable working around food allergens and within refrigerated/freezer environments
Wage Transparency
We are actively embracing pay transparency by disclosing the hiring wage for this role as $22.68-$24.20, highlighting its full earning potential within the broader range of $22.68-$27.72.
Important Notes
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Food Allergy Warning: This role involves working in an environment where common food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, wheat, seafood) are present.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: Salt & Straw is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provides equal opportunity to all applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or background.
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E-Verify Participation: We participate in E-Verify to confirm work authorization.
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