West Pak Avocado is looking for a dynamic individual to fill our Maintenance Technician position.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
- Perform and test machinery features.
- Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production, packing machines.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and proceed on planning for general maintenance.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
- Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions as needed.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
- Comply with safety regulations, certifications and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 3 Years Industrial Maintenance Experience
- Electrical Experience, preferred
- Welding Experience, a plus
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Bilingual is a plus, but not required
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Ability to follow instructions
License/Certifications
- HVAC and Electrical Certifications, a plus
Pay Rate
- The base pay we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $20.00/hour to $22.00/hour.
- The actual pay for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills and experience.
- Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or cash bonuses that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The essential functions of this job require frequent standing, walking, and upper body movements. Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching above and below shoulder level. Lifting and carrying are also essential. The employee will also be in contact with chemical products and machinery.
Additionally, the incumbent will work near moving mechanical parts, stacks, pallets and may be exposed in high places and surfaces. There is moderate noise in the work environment. The incumbent for this position may be on call for emergencies according to the business needs, only when required.
The incumbent may be exposed to situations in which occasional lifting may be involved (up to 50 lbs.), with or without assistance. There will be exposure to situations of working in a hot or cold environment from 38°F-60°F and will frequently be exposed to hot or wet (humid) locations.