1st Shift - Mechanic

METROLINA GREENHOUSES LLC; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

METROLINA GREENHOUSES LLC in Huntersville, NC is seeking a 1st Shift Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain agricultural machinery across greenhouse operations. You will schedule maintenance with management and keep detailed records to minimize downtime and ensure safety compliance.

The role requires outdoor work, ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assist, and willingness to work evenings/weekends during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency with 2+ years as a mechanic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have and maintain a valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while working with machinery and equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure all maintenance activities are completed on schedule and to quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and troubleshoot problems effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work performed.
• Collaborate with farm management to schedule maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in all maintenance tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Valid drivers license

Fast-paced environment

Safety-conscious

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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1st Shift - Mechanic

Full Time MGH Hourly MGH Huntersville Hourly, Huntersville, NC, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not directly manage or supervisor others.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of mechanical systems used in greenhouse operations. The mechanic will work closely with the greenhouse management to schedule maintenance and minimize downtime, thereby enhancing productivity. Additionally, the role involves keeping detailed records of repairs and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while working with machinery and equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure that all maintenance activities are completed according to schedule and quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and troubleshoot problems effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work performed.
• Collaborate with farm management to schedule maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in all maintenance tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency with over 2 years of experience as a mechanic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Familiarity with standard, essential hand tools used in the trade.
• Self-driven individual with a solid work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in agricultural machinery repair.
• Familiarity with various types of agricultural equipment.

Job Setting & Physical Demands

This position is primarily outdoors but may be required to work between locations and within an indoor office environment for administrative duties, which may require the use of computers and standard office equipment. Fluency to read, write, and understand the English language is required. Must be able to work in all outdoor elements, including various weather conditions and with dust and allergens. Position requires long-term (up to 8+hours/day) ability for walking, standing, sitting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting on a regular basis to fulfill essential duties. Position also requires utilization of fine motor skills, including but not limited to pinching, squeezing, and pulling. The candidate must have the ability to operate all machinery necessary within the department and across the facility, including the ability to obtain the required certifications to operate such equipment, as necessary. Candidates also must have the ability to work at heights over 6 (six) feet. Candidate must be able to utilize and communicate through a cellular or radio-like device.

Candidate must be able to work evenings and weekends as business needs arise and during peak seasons. Employee must have the ability to lift 50 pounds unaided, and regularly lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. All employees may be required to perform activities outside of their normal job responsibilities from time to time as needed.

EOE - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.