Plant Utilities Technician

Join our Kansas City, KS plant as a Plant Utilities Technician supporting the safe and reliable operation of critical plant utilities and building systems. This role focuses on maintaining essential infrastructure including water systems, air compressors, building sprinkler systems, HVAC, and low‑pressure natural gas boilers that enable continuous manufacturing operations.

 

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values technical expertise, problem‑solving, and a strong commitment to safety. Your work will directly support plant operations by ensuring systems run efficiently, safely, and reliably. This is a 24/7 operation with shift designation to be determined. The starting hourly pay rate for this position is $37.93.

 

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

 

• Utilities Systems Maintenance - Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot utilities and facility systems including low‑pressure natural gas boilers, HVAC systems, chillers, air compressors, water systems, and building fire sprinkler systems.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs - Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems supporting plant and building operations.
• Work Order & Project Execution - Review work orders, determine scope and procedures, and lead or support installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Safety & Compliance - Follow and enforce all safety, health, and quality requirements while ensuring systems operate in compliance with regulatory and site standards.
• Plant Support - Conduct routine inspections and daily rounds, respond to facility issues with urgency, and partner with plant teams to maintain reliable operations.

 

We’re Looking for Someone With

 

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in facility maintenance or utilities operations within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience working with systems such as HVAC, low‑pressure natural gas boilers, chillers, air compressors, water systems, and fire sprinkler systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of standard tools, equipment, materials, and practices used in building maintenance and utilities operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures and regulatory requirements related to facility and utilities operations.

 

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through March 30, 2026. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

 

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

 

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email

USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

 

Get to Know Us

 

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

 

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

 

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

 

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.