MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Maintenance Technician

At Speedling we are motivated by our customers' success. We understand the vegetables in our greenhouses are the same veggies at home on our table. We take pride in knowing the flowers we grow will be seen in stores across the country. We understand our EPS facility gives local fish farmers the containers they need to ship their products across the country and expand their business.

Over 50 years of experience as an industry leader gives us the knowledge and ability to provide for our customers' ever-growing needs for high-quality transplants for seeded vegetables, ornamentals, hemp, and vegetative propagated products.

Every day we look to improve, innovate, and achieve our goal of providing quality products at the best possible price and value for our customers.

The agricultural industry is unique in its camaraderie, the desire to see success across the industry we want to be a part of your success. At Speedling, we are here to help you grow.

This position is for you if:

- You are bilingual in English and Spanish (this is required).

- You have a passion for agriculture and you want to learn about all aspects of a thriving manufacturing business.

- You have at least 3 years experience with plumbing, carpentry, mechanics and basic electrical repair.

- You are forklift certified or willing to obtain one.

As the Maintenance Technician, you will support nursery operations by performing preventive and routine maintenance on equipment and facilities. This role involves troubleshooting issues, repairing equipment failures, and ensuring optimal performance and reliability all while adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.

Job details:

• Diagnostic test and repair of electrical, plumbing, carpentry and light mechanical problems at the nursery
• Responsible for preventive maintenance
• Troubleshoot and repair faulty circuits and equipment
• Complete requisition for materials and obtain quotes from vendors to procure supplies and/or contractors needed to complete upkeep and projects within the established budget.
• Trace and analyze causes of plumbing, irrigation, and water well problems and make repairs as needed
• Able to set up and operate welders, drill press, grinder, hand tools and other metal working equipment
• Install and repair pipe, fittings, and fixtures; operate and maintain pumps and water treatment systems, water wells, and irrigation fixtures; maintain and repair water sprinklers, irrigation systems, test completed work and make necessary adjustments
• Perform skilled carpentry work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, greenhouses and other structures for the nursery
• Maintain a professional courteous manner with all vendors, contractors and fellow employees

What we offer:

- Our Employees are our #1 Asset! Speedling offers a competitive salary, mentoring with amazing people, medical, dental, company-paid life insurance, pet insurance, 401(k) plan with a healthy company match, paid vacation, and holidays.