Maintenance Technician III

Wonderful Citrus is North America’s leading integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementines/mandarins, navel and Valencia oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus farms more than 74,000 acres of fresh citrus and has supplier relationships around the world to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across the globe under our flagship consumer brands, Wonderful Halos Mandarins, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red Grapefruit.

Job Description

Overview:

Employee works for the Shop Manager. Works in maintenance, inspection and repair of nursery, farm equipment and farming irrigation systems. Capable of completing assigned tasks independently as well as with other mechanics. Fully supports equipment and repairs during season. Any other tasks assigned by management.

Here's what you'll do:

• Use safe practices and principles working around equipment and machinery
• Troubleshooting, repair, installation and assessments of mechanical equipment such as pumps, valves, fittings, gearboxes, switches, gauges and lubrication controls.
• Perform repairs by adjusting, cleaning and replacing worn or damaged parts
• Perform preventative maintenance on panels, motors and pumps
• Repair and replace irrigation pipes, valves, fittings, etc.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Hands-on shop & in-field assembling, inspections, cleaning, documentation, adjustments, & replacements of various irrigation pump & motor mechanical equipment.
• Occasional welding, cutting, grinding, arc gouging and plasma cutting
• Perform preventive maintenance on panels, motors and pumps in the nursery and field. Report corrective actions as needed.
• Perform live/dead test on electrical circuits
• Inventory management
• Any other tasks or responsibilities assigned by management

Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:

• Ability to work alone without close supervision in remote areas
• Be able to lift 50 lbs on a continuous basis and 100 lbs on occasion.
• Be able to do continuous bending, stooping, and walking on a daily basis.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Have adequate leadership and communication skills to direct, schedule and coordinate personnel and services.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English
• Bilingual desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) preferred
• Works effectively individually and as part of a team to complete goals and tasks
• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to reason and communicate with management to understand priorities and balance workload and jobs assigned
• Experience with maintenance management software, various irrigation/fertigation systems, and Argus is preferred.
• Advanced welding, cutting, grinding, arc gouging and plasma cutting skills
• Advanced Hydraulic system maintenance and repair
• Advanced 12-24v electrical system knowledge
• Advanced AC/DC electrical diagnostic skills required
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC maintenance and repair
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance related field
• Experience using a variety of hand and power tools, both electric and pneumatic.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; twist; kneel; climb; reach with hands and arms above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to lift independently 50 pounds frequently, with assistance 100 pounds occasionally

OPTIONAL PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICSNSES:

• Commercial Driver’s License
• Opacity Test Certification
• Industrial electrical education
• Welding Certification
• MAC or ASC HVAC Recovery Certificate
• Hydraulics
• Manufacture Sponsored Advanced Repair/Maintenance training
• FLEET/SHOP ASSITANT.
• CMRP – Certified Maintenance Professional
• CMT – Certified maintenance Technician
• Preferred other certificates: Opacity, Welding, Electrician, Manufacture Sponsored Repair/Maintenance training, etc
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Pay Rate: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour. Final Compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

Wonderful's dedication to you:

• On-site Café – Convenient dining with fresh meal options 
• On-Site Gym – Stay active and healthy with access to our fully equipped fitness center
• Exclusive Product Discounts – Enjoy special savings on our products as part of our team!
• Growth & Career Advancement – Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 
• Professional Mentorship – Learn from experienced professionals and grow your network.
• May include discretionary housing assistance.

Why Choose Wonderful?

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion  global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. 

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com , or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram . To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com . 

Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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