Journey-Level Maintenance Mechanic

Pacific Coast Producers; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Pension plan

Job summary

Pacific Coast Producers seeks a Journey-Level Maintenance Mechanic for our Woodland, CA Distribution Center. This full-time, on-site role involves maintaining all equipment, reading blueprints, and coordinating with teams to keep lines running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, hands-on tool use, and basic fabrication/hydraulic knowledge. Forklift operation certification is required or obtainable; weekend shifts may be needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Must be able to work first/second shift and weekends.
• Safety-conscious with PPE.
• Must possess and use personal hand tools.
• Basic fabrication, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding knowledge.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, maintain, and overhaul equipment and machinery.
• Direct crews on label lines; keep equipment running and perform repairs.
• Identify issues by observing mechanical systems and testing equipment.
• Read sketches, prints, and operating instructions to proceed.
• Check materials, requisition parts, and maintain stock.
• Lay out from blueprints and assemble machinery components.
• Test and time machinery; weld stainless steel and other metals.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Job description

Pacific Coast Producers | Full-Time | On-Site | Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $41/hourly

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a farmer-owned agricultural cooperative with food production and distribution facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Journey-Level Maintenance Mechanic for our Woodland, CA Distribution Center. PCP invests in its people and fosters a culture of service, helping bring affordable, high-quality food to customers across North America.

Our Woodland Distribution Center is a new 500,000 sq. ft. packaging, labeling, and distribution facility supporting retail and foodservice customers. With advanced technology and a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, the DC is a model for excellence in distribution and logistics.

Pay Rate: $41.00 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site role (40 hours per week), with occasional weekend and overtime hours required as needed. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) and must be available for first and second shift.

Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service. PCP employees receive terrific benefit plans such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plans, including a defined-benefit pension plan is also provided to eligible employees.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Build, install, maintain, and overhaul all equipment, including pipe systems and all machinery.
• Organize and direct crews on label lines. Keep all equipment running, such as label machines, automatic casers. Make or direct necessary repairs and adjustments, cleaning and oiling.
• Determine issues by observing mechanical systems and testing and measuring equipment to determine root cause of issue(s).
• Read sketches, prints, operating instructions and proceed accordingly.
• Check materials and parts and make requisitions.
• Lay out and work from blueprints, diagrams, sketches, drawings, etc.
• Cut and form parts and assemble parts to construct machinery and equipment.
• Locate, line up and anchor machinery.
• Test and time machinery.
• Weld, including heliarc and stainless steel.
• May occasionally operate machines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Available to work first or second shift and weekends as needed.
• Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance.
• Significant (5+ years) relevant industrial experience.
• Committed to safety and food safety, including use of appropriate PPE.
• Must possess and use personal hand tools.
• Basic fabrication capabilities, and fundamental hydraulic, pneumatic, welding, and plumbing knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of vacuum systems, motion control systems, and HVAC systems. Must possess at least basic computer knowledge.
• Certified ability to operate/drive a forklift (a.k.a. industrial lift truck).
• Ability to create and review machine drawings and schematics.

Why Join PCP?

Become part of a team where your work truly matters. For over 50 years, our farmer-owned company has led the industry through innovation and a shared commitment to excellence. As an employee represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), you’ll be the backbone of our operations, ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and reliably every day.

Benefits

At PCP, we believe in providing more than just a job; we offer long‑term stability and a benefits package you can truly count on:

• Competitive hourly pay and overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A defined-benefit pension plan for long-term retirement security.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick leave, and bereavement (per the CBA contract).
• Employee Assistance Program and life insurance.
• Reliable year‑round work with a company that has been farmer‑owned for more than 50 years.

Sponsorship:

This role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship.

About PCP Summary

Founded in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and deliver a diverse range of cropsincluding tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more. Our cooperative operates multiple processing and packaging facilities across the West Coast, supplying top‑quality products to grocery retailers and foodservice distributors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Our new distribution center is located in Woodland, CA, a charming city in Yolo County, known for its rich agricultural history and small‑town charm. With a historic downtown area, a thriving arts scene, and close proximity to Sacramento, Woodland offers a unique blend of rural and urban living. Additionally, the city has a strong economy and a growing business community, making it an ideal place to work and grow your career.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.