or apply directly on HP Hood's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 80 days HP Hood's roles stay open a median of 78 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 4% of HP Hood's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at HP Hood
- high 91 stale, 2 reposted of 94 open
- Hiring momentum
- 155 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-22
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from HP Hood's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for HP Hood.
About this role
The Controls Mechanic role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and electrical systems at the manufacturing site. Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLCs, electrical systems, and various fluid systems, as well as collaborating with supervisors and training team members. The position requires adherence to safety guidelines and participation in preventative maintenance procedures, with a focus on ensuring equipment is operational and safe.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of HP Hood as an employer.
What you need
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 1-3 years' PLC and controls experience
- Excellent troubleshooting knowledge and capability with electrical testing equipment and tools
- Strong analytical and computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, etc.)
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (50+lbs)
Nice to have
- College level software programming and/or pre-engineering strongly desired
- Vocational and/or accredited technical education desired
- 3-5 years’ experience preferred
- Ammonia Refrigeration systems experience a plus
- Experience within PLCs, analog controls, sensors, instrumentation, and VFDs
What you get
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Wellness programs
- Employee discounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing development and advancement opportunities
Worth weighing
- Shift work required, including overtime and weekend/holiday work
- Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
- No sponsorship assistance available for employment eligibility
Summarised from HP Hood's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by HP Hood on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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