Maintenance Technician
Company: Calavo Growers
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintenance Technician performs an
increasingly wider range of duties of a more complex nature over
time, such as: working in multiple maintenance trades such as
hydraulics, plumbing, refrigeration, electrical, sheet metal
fabrication, and welding. Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical
problems related to all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) which
includes belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and more. Applies
mechanical skills in determining work methods and procedures for
producing quality product.Job Description:Sets up and operates all
tools and equipment necessary to perform work assigned.Observes
mechanical devices in operation, listens to their sounds and
troubleshoots equipment to locate causes of trouble.Interprets
blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and
specifications.Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove
defective parts.Starts devices to test their performance and runs
packaging and product for testing purposes.Examines form and
texture of parts to detect imperfections.Inspects used parts to
determine changes in dimensional requirements. Contains cost by
conserving used equipment and supplies when able.Trouble shoot
issues and repair failures; removing, replacing, assembling, and
installing parts and components involving sheet metal, frames,
suspension, electrical, hydraulic, transport refrigeration, tires,
wheels, bearings, coupling units, and painting.Checks and refills
lubricant reservoirs, applies grease to lubricant points, inspects
machinery while performing scheduled preventative
maintenanceAdjusts functional parts of devices and control
instruments.Repairs or replaces defective parts. Repairs mechanical
equipment and system controlsInstalls special functional and
structural parts in devices.Responsible for completing routine
preventive maintenance duties with accurate documentation.
Lubricates and cleans parts.Computer literacy to complete and
update work orders.Promote a safe working environment by following
all safety procedures. May complete routine inspections, research
vendors or parts, and participate in audits as needed.Routinely
communicates with the Maintenance and Operations teams to keep
everyone informed of an equipment down for repair.May maintain
transport trailer condition by reviewing shop orders and listening
to operator complaints.Responsible for maintaining quality within
the scope of the job description.Performs other duties as
needed.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS---Must have a high school diploma or
equivalent education.---Typically requires completion of a formal
apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience---A degree or
certificates in other related training or education is
preferred---Experience working in a chilled food factory or related
environment is preferred---Good knowledge and understanding of Safe
work practices common to the trades---Bilingual (Spanish / English)
helpfulSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES---Knowledge of applying
common mechanical processes, conveyer systems, procedures, and
repairs commonly to food manufacturing equipmentBasic knowledge of
electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systemsBasic mechanical
knowledge of AC/DC powered forklifts and pallet jacksBasic
knowledge of all aspects of facility maintenance with the ability
to perform minor repairs for multiple trades with competency and
proficiencyAbility to work in a cold/ damp environment for extended
periodsMust be able to source parts for all necessary repairsMust
have strong interpersonal and employee relation skillsAbility to
read, comprehend and speak professionally with team membersMust
have basic mathematical skillsWORK DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this Job work is primarily performed
in a chilled environment or maintenance shop. Regularly required to
stand, walk, squat, stoop, bend, reach, talk or hear. Required to
use hands and fingers finger, handle, lift, feel, push or pull
objects. Exertsing up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to
20 lbs of force frequently. Often required to lift and carry 10 lbs
force constantly to move objects. Exposed to chilled or warm
temperatures within the operation. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.Calavo Growers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Calavo is
committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all
employees and to providing employees with a work environment free
of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at
Calavo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual
qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief,
national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age,
physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual
orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil
union or domestic partnership status, past or present military
service, family medical history or genetic information, family or
parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or
regulations in the locations where we operate. Calavo will not
tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these
characteristics.
Keywords: Calavo Growers, Sacramento , Maintenance Technician, Professions , Sacramento, California
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