Ag Equipment Maintenance Technician

SICAR FARMS LTD CO; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SiCar Farms Ltd Co in McAllen, TX is seeking a maintenance technician for full-time hours. You will inspect and repair agricultural and processing equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and document all activities to minimize downtime and support OSHA safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in mechanical maintenance, with pumps, motors, gear reducers, and production machinery experience. Bilingual English/Spanish and forklift capability are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical maintenance or industrial systems preferred.
• 2+ years in mechanical maintenance in ag, food processing, or manufacturing.
• Experience with pumps, motors, gear reducers, and production machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair agricultural and processing equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
• Replace or repair faulty belts, bearings, chains, seals, and gaskets.
• Maintain documentation of maintenance activities, parts usage, and repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergencies during production.
• Calibrate and adjust machinery for safe operation and quality standards.
• Assist with equipment installations and setup of new production lines.
• Work with supervisors to prioritize repairs and schedule maintenance.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment per policy and OSHA regulations.
• Assist in training team members on maintenance tasks or equipment use.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read diagrams

Electrical basics

Forklift certified

Bilingual EN/ES

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Mechanical tech training

Tools

Pumps & motors

Gear reducers

Production machinery

Job description

SiCar Farms Ltd Co in McAllen, TX is seeking a maintenance technician for full-time hours. You will inspect and repair agricultural and processing equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and document all activities to minimize downtime and support OSHA safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in mechanical maintenance, with pumps, motors, gear reducers, and production machinery experience. Bilingual English/Spanish and forklift capability are a plus.