About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Mountain Dew. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of dedicated professionals committed to delivering high-quality products while fostering sustainable practices. PepsiCo's Pepsi Equipment Services (PES) division plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless delivery and maintenance of vending and fountain equipment across North America. As a Fountain Installer with PepsiCo in Maumelle, Arkansas, you'll be part of a dynamic team that keeps customer locations stocked and operational with refreshing beverages.

Role Overview

The Fountain Installer (PES) position at PepsiCo in Maumelle, Arkansas, offers a hands-on opportunity for mechanically inclined individuals who thrive in field-based work. This full-time role, paying $24.75 per hour (approximately $51,480 annually), involves delivering, installing, and maintaining fountain beverage systems at customer accounts. With a standard Monday-Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, plus occasional flex hours or overnight installs, you'll handle heavy equipment weighing 800-1200 pounds over 10-12 hour shifts. This role is ideal for those with experience in mechanical repairs, CDL driving, and customer service, providing a stable career in the food and beverage industry.

Key Responsibilities

In this position, you'll be the frontline expert ensuring PepsiCo's equipment performs flawlessly. Primary accountabilities include unloading and loading new and used vending or fountain equipment for daily deliveries, installing vendors, and reloading them with products. You'll repair and conduct preventative maintenance on vending and fountain systems, educate customers on basic repair and upkeep procedures, and collect accurate equipment information. Additional duties involve maintaining parts, tools, and equipment; following DOT regulations; completing required paperwork; transporting miscellaneous items like compressors or recyclables; filling installs and adjusting product mixes; and building positive customer relationships. Regular, reliable attendance is essential for success.

Daily Operations

Expect to use lifting equipment to move heavy machines several times daily, prepare equipment for delivery, and organize inventory at the facility. Your role supports PepsiCo's supply chain by minimizing downtime at customer sites.

Qualifications & Requirements

To qualify for the Fountain Installer role, candidates must be at least 18 years old (21 or older if a CDL is required) and hold a valid U.S. CDL license with Non-Excepted Interstate Status where applicable. You'll need to pass a DOT physical and Road Test if driving is involved, follow all DOT regulations, and communicate effectively in English. Helpful experience includes working with mechanical systems like troubleshooting appliances, plumbing, electrical components, and operating hand/power tools; generating work schedules; operating CDL Class B trucks; serving customers; and completing paperwork.

Physical Demands

This job requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving 800-1200 pound equipment repeatedly. Field work involves visiting customer locations, interfacing with employees, vendors, and the public. Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, education, employment, and driving history verification are required. PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers competitive compensation starting at $24.75 per hour, with opportunities for overtime through flex hours. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and employee discounts on PepsiCo products. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PepsiCo values diversity, supporting female, minority, disability, protected veteran, sexual orientation, and gender identity inclusivity. Fair chance hiring practices ensure broad access to opportunities.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development through training programs, skill-building workshops, and clear paths for advancement. Fountain Installers can progress to senior technician roles, service supervisors, or logistics management within PES or broader operations. With PepsiCo's global footprint, top performers gain exposure to innovative projects in sustainable equipment and supply chain optimization.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo as a Fountain Installer means contributing to a brand that refreshes the world while enjoying job stability, competitive pay, and a supportive culture. In Maumelle, Arkansas, you'll work in a growing market with local impact, building skills in high-demand areas like equipment maintenance and CDL operations. PepsiCo's commitment to safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction positions you for long-term success in the beverage industry.

Role FAQs

Is a CDL required for this position?

A valid U.S. CDL license is required if applicable to your duties; check specifics for Maumelle location.

What is the work schedule?

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, with occasional flex hours or overnight installs.

Are there physical requirements?

Yes, frequent lifting of 800-1200 lb equipment over 10-12 hour shifts.

Does PepsiCo offer benefits immediately?

Full-time roles include comprehensive benefits; details provided upon hire.

How does PepsiCo support fair chance hiring?

We comply with FCRA, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, LA Fair Chance Initiative, and similar laws, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories.