Maintenance Mechanic

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP) , a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at our Downtown Plan in The Dalles, OR. PCP is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.

Pay Rate: $32.91 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site role (40 hours per week), with weekend and overtime hours required as needed. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA), and expected to work primarily Swing Shift.

Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service. PCP employees receive terrific benefit plans such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plans, including a defined-benefit pension plan is also provided to eligible employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor the condition of all production equipment, forklifts and other machinery
• Perform installation, troubleshooting and repairs to production equipment, machinery, and plant facilities.
• Interpret blueprints and perform metal or wood fabrication for plant machinery
• Install and repair electrical distribution systems and power wiring and equipment
• Install and repair motors, motor wiring, and control systems
• Perform arc and gas welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Maintain heating system, ventilation, boiler, and air conditioning units
• Perform maintenance and repair to forklifts
• Perform general carpentry work, plumbing and pipefitting
• Maintain a clean, organized and hazard free work environment
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor and Plant Manager
• Pacific Coast Producers is a food processing facility, and it is the responsibility of every employee to perform all job duties and other activities in a manner that upholds the safety and quality of the facilities and products produced. In addition, it is the responsibility of each employee to report all food safety issues or concerns to a Production Manager, Plant Manager or QA Management

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years’ experience as a Mechanic or a similar technical position; with two years’ experience as a Mechanic II at Pacific Coast Producers. Associates degree from a mechanical, electrical, or electronic technology program may be substituted for one year of required experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in at least four of the following skills: electrical, welding, lift truck mechanics, plumbing/pipefitting, heating/air conditioning systems, boiler care and maintenance, instrument repair, machine adjustment and repair, and carpentry.
• Demonstrate ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions related to operations and safety.
• Demonstrates excellent safety record and follows all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Must possess and maintain a good attendance record.
• Must be LTO certified.

Physical Requirements

Frequent physical activity includes walking, bending, standing, twisting, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs., touching, reaching, gripping, finger dexterity, and hearing. Moderate physical activity may include stooping, color identification, close vision, and depth perception. Under strenuous conditions, employees are still expected to perform their job requirements in a safe manner.

About PCP Summary

Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada.

Nestled in the heart of San Joaquin County and just a short 45-minute drive from Sacramento, our facility is located in the charming city of Lodi, CA. Lodi is renowned for its rich history in winemaking and agriculture, as well as its vibrant downtown area and close-knit community. With a great quality of life, Lodi offers a welcoming environment to those seeking a relaxed and enjoyable lifestyle.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship.