Maintenance Technician

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician works closely with the Senior Refrigeration Manager, seasonal location site supervisor(s), and site manager(s) on maintaining production and quality of equipment. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable performance of machinery, consisting of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and electrical equipment. In this highly visible role, you will be part of a high-performing culture where customer service and a passion for driving continuous improvement are critical to achieving superior results across all Company locations. This position requires travel between "in-season" facilities in Salinas, CA and Yuma, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance based on the work-order system.
• Perform service on equipment including motors, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, coupling and motor alignment, roller chain/sprockets alignment, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and comply with NEC standards on wiring and installations.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and using precision measuring tools.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices using hoists, cranes, forklifts, and hand/power tools.
• Determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, and alignment equipment.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Optimize maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting actions, communicating irregularities, and scheduling correction of abnormalities.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Troubleshoot the following systems and processes while working on the floor:
  • AC Drives
  • DC Drives
  • Servo Drives
  • PLC
  • HMI
  • Close loop control systems
  • AC, DC, and Servo Motors
  • Machinist and Mechanic Skills (Drill, Grinder)
  • Pneumatics
  • Hydraulics
  • Valves
  • Vacuum pumps
  • Lubrication systems
• Proficiently read and interpret blueprints, mechanical, and electrical prints.

Requirements

• Experience with industrial maintenance required; preventive and corrective/breakdown experience required.
• Capable of reading and understanding diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Thorough working knowledge of industrial equipment, its usage, and safety procedures.
• Self-motivated, responsible, and safety-oriented individual.
• Ability to learn and apply standard tools and techniques to solve problems.
• Demonstrates a positive "can-do" attitude.
• Takes responsibility for self-performance (ability to manage time and responsibilities independently).
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results and meeting expectations.
• Ability to travel and move between California & Arizona locations.
• Must be familiar with the use of:
  • IR Temperature Probe
  • Megger
  • Multimeter
  • General Tools
  • DC & AC Amperage Clamp Meter

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an industrial maintenance apprenticeship program is a plus.
• Certificate or diploma in a related field is a plus.
• Welding skills are a plus.