Equipment Mechanic Level lll

Overview

Equipment Mechanic III –

LOCATION:

ARVIN, CA.

Come be a part of a growing company where you can thrive and make an impact by independently performing diagnostics and repairs in the areas of fabrication, hydraulics, engines, drive trains, emissions, electrical, and misc. mechanical on various types of farm and heavy equipment with minimal assistance or guidance. Be a role model and mentor to up and coming mechanics/technicians within our company.

Grimmway is one of the largest carrot and organic vegetable grower/packer/shipper in the world. We pride ourselves in bringing fresh, healthy and safe product to communities as we invest in and care for the earth’s natural resources and our family of employees. Come grow with us!

• Independently perform diagnostics and repairs in the areas of fabrication, hydraulics, engines, drive trains, emissions, electrical, and miscellaneous mechanical on various types of farm and heavy equipment.
• Mentor and serve as a role model to other mechanics/technicians within the company.
• Utilize shop tools and equipment to complete repairs with minimal supervision.

• Possess or be able to acquire a Forklift Certification.
• 5+ years of experience in an equipment repair environment or facility.
• Ability to operate a shop overhead crane or truck-mounted crane for heavy lift repairs.
• Experience operating stick or MIG welding equipment.
• Ability to interpret repair manual procedures and hydraulic/electrical schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand, pneumatic and electric power tools used in a shop.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Previous experience performing all levels of PM service procedures.
• On-call availability and weekend work ability.
• Ability to travel to facilities and field locations.
• Ability to read, write and understand written information in English.
• Ability to diagnose and repair in the following areas:
  • 12V & 24V electrical systems
  • R134a air conditioning and heating systems
  • Hydraulic systems (pumps, motors, cylinders, components, and diagnostics)
  • Drivetrain component repairs (transmissions, clutches, differentials, transfer cases)
  • High pressure diesel fuel systems
  • Cooling system & charging repairs
  • Diesel and gas engine DTC diagnostics
  • Diesel engine emissions systems (SCR, DOC, DPF)
  • Fabrication and assembly of equipment using tools in shop and field
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean DMV record.
• Pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical, and functional capacity evaluation.

• Prior experience operating agricultural or construction equipment.
• Understanding and following shop and field safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make safe, timely, and efficient repairs with accurate labor/materials accounting.
• Computer literacy to communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and vendors.
• Willingness to train/mentor up-and-coming mechanics and technicians.
• Ability to manage and maintain assigned shop tools and equipment.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish.

Total Rewards
: $24.25 / HOUR

• Competitive and comprehensive benefit package includes: vacation, sick, holiday pay; medical, dental, vision; 401k matching; FSA; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; subsidized gym membership; on-site personal training and wellness activities at company gym;
  Employee Vehicle Purchase/Lease Programs; discounted tickets to major theme parks in California; continued learning and development; family events; work-life balance.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Farming

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