Industrial Maintenance Technician Apprentice (3rd Shift)

About the role

Established in 1979, San Francisco Bay Coffee is a third-generation, family-owned company dedicated to producing exceptional coffee with a strong focus on sustainability and quality. Roasting over 30 million pounds annually, the company sources specialty-grade Arabica beans from around the world to offer a wide variety of products, including its signature OneCup pods and multiple bag sizes across various roast levels. Products are available at leading retail locations, including club stores, regional and national grocery chains, and online.

The company prioritizes eco-friendly farming and responsible sourcing, investing directly in the communities it partners with to preserve tradition, uplift livelihoods, and maintain its reputation for quality and expertise in the coffee industry.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools
• Understand electrical, air pressure, air flow and equipment repair and maintenance processes
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on all production equipment to ensure that machines continue to run at a high performance
• Inspect drives motors, electrical, air pressures, vacuum line, drive belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, perform other maintenance activities
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Assemble, install and/or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, plumbing systems, machinery, and equipment
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, check blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, hand tools, and power tools
• Plan and lay out repair work using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals and schematic diagrams
• Coordinate and work with Machine Operators to observe machine operation and detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary
• Work in a safe manner, following all safety rules and procedures
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require
• Able to lay out materials to be cut or joined in the best order for efficient working even in tight working spaces
• Experienced selecting the most suitable welding method for the job 'particular requirements'
• Great hand-to-eye coordination and the ability to work accurately under time constraints
• Basic understanding of PLC or HMI programming
• Assure Food Safety. Report on Food Safety violations
• Program and install motor controls and replace a variety of motors/servos
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, demonstrating a strong commitment to Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in support of product integrity, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to perform essential job duties
• 3-7 years of preventative maintenance/mechanical experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Production line or processing equipment experience
• Willing to work 3rd shift
• Strong understanding of mechanical function
• Ability to inspect equipment, identify the root cause of malfunctions, and troubleshoot defects
• Proficient with all hand and power tools
• Understanding of hydraulics, motors and pumps
• Certified forklift driver
• Experienced with scissor lifts
• Proficiently read drawings, system layouts, schematics, and technical manuals
• Basic understanding of electrical
• Experience with pneumatic systems
• Ability to work at heights up to 30ft
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including climbing ladders, working in narrow spaces, and lifting heavy equipment
• Welding experience a plus
• Understanding of gas trains and water trains a plus
• Maxon Burner experience a plus
• HMI experience a plus
• Must be able to obtain material handling equipment certifications
• Must be able to obtain First Aid certification
• Spanish-English bilingual skills preferred but not required

Qualifications

• Must possess at least three to five years of hands-on mechanical, maintenance, technical trade, manufacturing, automotive, diesel, HVAC, or related experience demonstrating mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills