Maintenance Technician 1

Job Title

We are looking for an entry level, dedicated, motivated candidate eager to learn the exciting field of facilities maintenance with a world class maintenance team in the growing future of indoor farming!

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, team player with great people and collaboration skills, who promotes a team atmosphere, applies root cause analysis principles, and supports process improvements in our fast paced always growing culture.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Perform daily facility walkthroughs and inspections
• Perform setup and disassembly of production equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks
• Maintain tools, supplies, and clean organized work areas
• Operate powered industrial equipment as necessary
• Utilize CMMS to open/close workorders, schedule PM's, create workorders to meet workflow and compliance KPI's
• Follow all safety and food safety requirements, PPE, LOTO, while culturing a safe work environment
• Safely work in heights, on ladders, in scissor lifts, and boom lifts
• Safely work in tight, constricted locations, and confined space
• Willingness to attend company sponsored training to build related skillsets
• Ownership of a functional process area
• Work cross functionally and maintain good working relationships with all members of the organization
• Flexibility to work any shift as workloads and shifts change to support our operation
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Trade school certification or college degree (preferred)
• Problem-solving skills
• Proven record of good attendance
• Commitment to workplace safety
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as scissor and fork lifts (preferred)
• Ability to use and navigate computers, software, and Human Machine Interfaces
• Ability to regularly lift 75lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, crawl, utilize manual dexterity, navigate ladders/catwalks, scaffolds, stand and/or walk for long periods of time without limitation
• Flexibility in working hours including weekends, off-schedule, on-call, and overtime

What Makes You Successful Here

• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Knowledge of HVAC/Hydronic systems
• Welding: mig, tig, stick, aluminum, stainless steel
• Water & filtration systems, pumps, plumbing
• Preventative and predictive maintenance

Working Conditions

• Repetitive motion throughout the shift
• Standing or walking for a long duration of time
• Crouching and kneeling
• Lifting up to 75lbs
• Exposure to heights, low lighting and constricted areas when working in the grow area
• Exposure to 38-degree temperatures when working in pack out area
• PPE in accordance with GMPs and safety standards

Working at 80 Acres Farms

At 80 Acres Farms, we believe taking care of our people is just as important as taking care of our plants. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your family, and your future.

• 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.

Our Hiring Commitment

80 Acres Farms is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You're defined by more than just your job title, and we want you to feel comfortable bringing your true self to work. We value your talents, your traditions, your take on the world, and everything else that makes you unique. We strive to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

80 Acres Farms participates in E-Verify. As required by law, your employment with the Company is contingent upon you providing legal proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. All candidates will be given the same consideration.