Maintenance Technician III

Berberian Nut Company is seeking an experience Maintenance Technician to join our nut processing plant team!

Summary:

The Maintenance Technician III is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment, facility systems, and utilities. This role helps keep operations running safely and efficiently by reducing downtime, solving complex problems, and supporting continuous improvement. Working with minimal supervision, this position also provides guidance to other technicians and helps prioritize maintenance work.


Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment, facility systems, and utilities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and complete repairs.
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep equipment running and avoid breakdowns.
• Respond to equipment failures and help identify root causes to prevent repeat issues.
• Read and use technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to support repairs.
• Build, install, or modify parts and equipment as needed.
• Work with vendors or contractors on complex repairs or installations.
• Support equipment improvements to increase reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Help update maintenance procedures and work standards.
• Provide guidance and support to other technicians and assist with training.
• Help prioritize daily maintenance work and support scheduling.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, GMP, etc.).
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow proper safety procedures.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage.
• Communicate equipment issues and repair needs to leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or processing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience with fabrication, welding, and equipment repair.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Valid driver's license.

Working conditions:
* The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.• Regularly lift, carry, push, and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds, including raw materials, finished products, tools, or equipment.• Perform work that involves prolonged standing and walking, with occasional sitting depending on task requirements.• Frequently use hands and fingers to operate machinery, tools, conveyors, controls, and other processing equipment.• Occasionally position self to access equipment, materials, or work areas, including reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, or crawling.• Communicate clearly to follow instructions and report problems or safety concerns.• Have adequate vision to safely perform job duties, including near and distance vision, color recognition, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
* The work environment below describes conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate.• Work is performed primarily in a plant environment, with occasional exposure to office settings as job duties require.• The role involves frequent interaction with moving mechanical components, including conveyors, processing equipment, and industrial machinery.• Employees may regularly encounter wet or slippery surfaces, dust, and fluctuating temperatures, including hot and cold conditions typical of agricultural processing facilities.• Occasional work at heights or in confined or elevated locations may be required, with potential exposure to electrical or mechanical hazards.• Periodic exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous chemicals used in processing, cleaning, or maintenance activities.• Noise levels are often high and may require the use of hearing protection.• Work hours may vary based on and may include day, night, weekend, holiday, or extended shifts to support continuous operations.• Travel by vehicle may be required for other company facilities, suppliers, or operational sites.• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, hearing protection, and protective clothing will be provided in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Employees are required to wear designated PPE when tasks or work areas require it; compliance with PPE requirements is mandatory.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.