Facilities Maintenance Technician

Overview

Grower-owned by The Wonderful Company, Suterra is part of the world's largest agricultural company and a global leader in pheromone pest control products. Suterra produces hundreds of products used in growing regions across five continents. The Bend, Oregon facility integrates research and development, large-scale pheromone synthesis, product engineering, and manufacturing. Suterra offers proprietary aerosol emitters, sprayable formulations, hand-applied dispensers, and specialized monitoring lures.

We are looking for a bold, curious, hands-on problem solver to help us improve safety, efficiency, capacity, and compliance.

This is a full-time, on-site role at our Bend, Oregon facility.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of equipment and utilities and driving projects for long-term improvements in safety, efficiency, capacity, and compliance. This role interfaces closely with external vendors and internal departments including health & safety, engineering, supply chain management and operations.

• Preventive Maintenance: Conduct preventive maintenance for on-site production systems and facility infrastructure; maintain records of maintenance performed and parts/materials utilized; work with Engineering to develop preventive maintenance programs for new equipment and utilities; coordinate access to equipment and utilities with minimal production impact; coordinate preventive maintenance requiring outside vendor support, including requests for quotation, scheduling, safety orientation and permit issuance.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Work with Maintenance, Engineering and Operations to identify root causes of issues affecting equipment or utility performance; manage parts, tools, drawings and resources required to facilitate safe and timely repairs; provide recommendations and initiate projects to prevent recurrence of equipment issues and breakdowns.
• Project Support: Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to generate and implement improvements that enhance safety and efficiency; support the safe installation of new tools and equipment; provide support to the broader Operations team with mechanical and fabrication work.
• Benefits: Compensation range $35-45/hr DOE; 3 weeks of PTO accrual in the first year; robust benefits package including health, dental, vision, FSA, fitness reimbursement, preventative care premium credits, 401(k) with company match.

A lot of enthusiasm and a collaborative mindset. Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and represent the engineering function as needed.

• One to three years of maintenance experience in an industrial plant or field service role.
• Experience with site utilities including plumbing, compressed air, HVAC, building automation, and fire suppression systems.
• Knowledge of control circuits and troubleshooting controls for pumps, motors and other electrical/mechanical systems in an industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and installing programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Strong understanding of pneumatic systems used for production equipment, including cylinder operation, manifold design, and troubleshooting valve assemblies.
• Ability to use and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints and schematics.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems while understanding risks to resources and deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for teamwork across multiple functions of the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Why Suterra? We are the world's leader in pheromone-based pest control and part of The Wonderful Company family. Our Bend, Oregon facility is modern and state-of-the-art. You will join a passionate team where your ideas matter and your work makes a difference. We offer a competitive salary and exceptional benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, generous PTO and holidays, 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.

EEO Information The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to a diverse workforce and equal employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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