Sr. Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician

Top 10 Reasons to Join Our Maintenance Team!

#10 – We’re Growing

Join a company that’s expanding and creating long‑term opportunities.

#9 – 12‑Hour Shifts with Built‑In Balance

Work 4 days one week and 3 days the next—more full days off, more time for you.

#8 – Night Shift Differential

Earn an extra $2.00 per hour for 3rd shift.

#7 – Cutting‑Edge Technology

We’re investing in new automation and modern equipment to support our team.

#6 – Work with the Best

Join a team of 30+ skilled maintenance professionals who support each other.

#5 – Room to Grow

We promote from within and offer career advancement opportunities.

#4 – Paid Maintenance Training

Advance your skills with company‑paid training through Ivy Tech.

#3 – Competitive & Longevity Pay

Be rewarded for your experience and dedication.

#2 – Excellent Benefits

Enjoy healthcare, paid time off, and a company‑matching 401(k).

#1 – We Make Nummy Products! 🧁🥐

Cakes, croissants, muffins and more—who wouldn’t love working where these are made?

Are you our next Ingredient?

Who Is Café Valley

Since 1987, Cafe Valley has been baking smiles one cupcake, muffin, cake, and croissant at a time—putting care and craftsmanship into every product we make.

Our employees are our special ingredient. We’re committed to fostering a positive, team-focused workplace where collaboration, innovation, and respect are part of everyday operations—because the best baked goods come from people who love what they do. With more than 1,700 team members baking a difference every day, we operate state-of-the-art production facilities in Phoenix, AZ and Marion, IN, where quality, safety, and teamwork rise together.

Who You Are

You are an Sr. Level Industrial Maintenance Technician with at least 5 years of electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, additional skills in industrial controls and robotics is a plus. You have performed preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. You know how to troubleshoot issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness and reliability.

Where You Will Work

Our state-of-the-art facility is located in Phoenix, AZ 85043. Relocation assistance considered for senior level technicians.

What You Will Do

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair automated high speed production equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot AC/DC circuits including 480VAC and 24VDC.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic, blueprints, and ladder logic.
• Support supervisor with technical assessments, advice, and hands on repairs and troubleshooting.
• Provide feedback for engineers to help modify existing equipment and improve the design of future equipment.
• Respond to trouble calls and make repairs to minimize downtime.
• Utilize CMMS too accurately and thoroughly document and track all corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Drive company goals and objectives through assigned projects and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of job-related experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Preferably in the food industry.
• Ability to read and interpret machine manuals/schematics, electrical blueprints/schematics, and process control diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting and installing 480V electric motor wiring and 120V and 24V DC motor control circuits
• Experience troubleshooting and installing VFD’s (Allen-Bradley, Lenze, Vacon, etc.)
• Must possess a general understanding of PLC systems and ladder logic.
• Use of precision measurement tools (multimeter, megger, micrometer, etc.)

Other helpful qualifications:

• Experience with Allen Bradley RS Logix, ControlLogix, and PowerFlex VFD
• Mechanical installation and alignment techniques (motor/gearbox, pumps, sprockets, sheaves).
• In-depth understanding of pneumatics and hydraulic systems helpful.
• Proficient in the use and understanding of mills, lathes, and drill presses.
• Knowledge and experienced with servo systems.
• Knowledge and experience with the installation, calibration and maintenance of processes and analytical instrumentation.