Facilities Maintenance Technician

Suterra is a grower-owned company by The Wonderful Company, part of one of the world’s largest agricultural companies and the global leader in pheromone pest control products. Located in Bend, Oregon, Suterra produces hundreds of products used in growing regions across five continents. Our state-of-the-art facility integrates all aspects of the business under one roof: research and development, large-scale pheromone synthesis, product engineering, and manufacturing. We produce pest control solutions in various forms such as proprietary aerosol emitters, sprayable formulations, hand-applied dispensers, and specialized monitoring lures.

About the role

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment and utilities, as well as driving projects for long-term improvements in safety, efficiency, capacity, and compliance. This role interfaces closely with both external vendors and internal departments, including health & safety, engineering, supply chain management, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Conducting preventive maintenance for on-site production systems and facility infrastructure.
• Maintaining records of maintenance performed and parts and materials utilized.
• Working with Engineering to develop preventive maintenance programs for new equipment and utilities.
• Coordinating preventive maintenance requiring outside vendor support, including requests for quotation, scheduling, safety orientation, and permit issuance.
• Working with the Operations team to coordinate access to equipment and utilities with minimal impact on production.
• Working with the Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to troubleshoot and repair equipment or utility issues.
• Managing parts, tools, drawings, and other resources required to facilitate safe and timely repairs.
• Providing recommendations and initiating projects to prevent the recurrence of equipment issues and breakdowns.
• Supporting the safe installation of new tools and equipment.
• Providing support to the broader Operations team with mechanical and fabrication work.

Qualifications

• A lot of enthusiasm, passion, and excitement for what we do at Suterra.
• The ability to interface with a number of cross-functional teams and represent the engineering function as needed.
• One to three years of maintenance experience in an industrial plant or field service role.
• Past experience with site utilities including plumbing, compressed air, HVAC, building automation, and fire suppression systems.
• Knowledge of control circuits and troubleshooting controls for pumps, motors, and other electrical/mechanical systems in an industrial environment.
• Experience with troubleshooting and installing programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Strong understanding of pneumatic systems used for production equipment, including cylinder operation, manifold design, and troubleshooting valve assemblies.
• Ability to use and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems while understanding risks to resources and deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for teamwork across multiple functions of the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• $35-45/hr DOE
• 3 weeks of PTO accrual in your first year!
• Robust Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, Fitness Reimbursement Program, Preventative Care Premium Credits, 401K with Company Match

Additional Information

Why Suterra? We’re not just another manufacturing company. Suterra is the world’s leader in pheromone-based pest control, part of The Wonderful Company family of brands. With a modern, state-of-the-art facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon, we’re growing fast and investing heavily in innovation, people, and sustainable solutions. You’ll join a passionate team where your ideas matter — and your work truly makes a difference. Join a team that’s agile, creative, and deeply committed to building a better future — one process at a time. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (with employer-paid coverage options)
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. Learn about sustainable programs and ways we give back to the community!