Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianReports To: Maintenance ManagerLocation: Delray Beach, FLType: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-ExemptPero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment, and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America's families for over a century. Our family's passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.Job PurposeThe Maintenance Technician's main responsibilities will include but are not limited to assisting the maintenance supervisor with fabrication/installation and preventative maintenance of equipment throughout the facilities. This position will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.Primary ResponsibilitiesFabrication of needed parts or materialsRepair machinery and facilitiesPerform preventative maintenance on equipmentInstall and test new equipmentResponsible for keeping the production machinery running with minimum downtimeResponsible for maintaining repairs to the facilitiesComplete paperwork in a timely and legible mannerFollow safety policies/procedures including wearing necessary PPEFollow attendance policy and other policiesEducation and ExperiencePossess verbal and written communication skillsExperience in fresh food or production environment2+ year of maintenance experienceHigh School Diploma or GED preferredMust have own transportationMust have a working knowledge of English languageBasic Mathematical abilitiesAbility to interact across departmentsWorking ConditionsExposure to product fumes (e.g., onions, peppers, and other produce)Exposure to cold environments (temperatures of 45F or below)Exposure to cleaning and sanitation chemicals (e.g., chlorine)Work performed in a fresh food production and warehouse environmentRequired to work overtime as neededUse of tools and equipment, including occasional use of cutting utensils (e.g., knives, peelers)Fast-paced production setting with a focus on minimizing downtimeCompliance with safety policies and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)Physical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of timeFrequent use of hands for grasping, handling tools, and writingOccasional bending, stooping, reaching, and climbingAbility to lift and carry items ranging from 5 to 50 poundsManual dexterity to perform maintenance, repairs, and fabrication tasksCompany Benefits/Perks401(k)Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and morePaid Time Off (PTO)The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the company's needs evolve.