Maintenance Technician 3

The Role

Help Power the Future of Farming. 80 Acres Farms is looking for an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Technician 3 to support our highly automated indoor farming operation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical, mechanical, plumbing, automation, and facility systems
• Lead complex troubleshooting and critical repairs in high-pressure situations
• Support continuous improvement efforts and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and uptime
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance activities
• Utilize CMMS to manage work orders, PM schedules, and maintenance documentation
• Conduct daily facility walkthroughs and equipment inspections
• Maintain a safe work environment while following all safety, food safety, PPE, and LOTO requirements
• Operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, and powered stackers
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for other maintenance team members
• Provide backup support to maintenance leadership as needed
• Assist in planning and assigning work when the Maintenance Manager is unavailable or occupied
• Communicate effectively with management, engineering teams, and vendors regarding issues, root causes, and solutions
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and operational standards

Requirements

• 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Expert-level experience with electrical and mechanical systems
• Working knowledge of industrial systems including motors, pumps, sensors, relays, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, and control components
• Experience using CMMS systems
• Knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and work in industrial environments including ladders, catwalks, refrigerated spaces, and production areas
• Experience with HVAC or hydronic systems (optional)
• Welding experience (MIG, TIG, stick, stainless, aluminum) (optional)
• Experience with water filtration, plumbing, and flow control systems (optional)

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience

Skills

• Electrical and mechanical systems troubleshooting
• Industrial system maintenance and repair
• CMMS system usage
• Preventative and predictive maintenance
• Safe work environment practices
• Powered industrial equipment operation
• Technical mentoring and communication skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• At least 2 weeks of paid vacation, plus a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick time
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and leave benefits are offered in accordance with state and local laws and may vary depending on where you work