Maintenance Technician III - 2406

Agri Northwest, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 29,632 - 44,441; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer matched 401(k)

Tuition assistance

Discretionary profit-sharing bonus

Job summary

AgReserves, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician III in St. Cloud, FL to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment, facilities systems, and utilities, supporting safe, efficient operations and continuous improvement.

The role requires 4+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or processing, strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, and the ability to read schematics and blueprints. This is a full-time, on-site position with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or processing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience with fabrication, welding, and equipment repair.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment, facility systems, and utilities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and complete repairs.
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep equipment running and avoid breakdowns.
• Respond to equipment failures and help identify root causes to prevent repeat issues.
• Read and use technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to support repairs.
• Build, install, or modify parts and equipment as needed.
• Work with vendors or contractors on complex repairs or installations.
• Support equipment improvements to increase reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Help update maintenance procedures and work standards.
• Provide guidance and support to other technicians and assist with training.
• Help prioritize daily maintenance work and support scheduling.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, GMP, etc.).
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow proper safety procedures.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage.
• Communicate equipment issues and repair needs to leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Flexible hours

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Fabrication

Welding

Repair experience

Job description

Maintenance Technician III - Job Id 2406

St Cloud, FL | Cattle/Dairy | Full - Benefited

$21.51 - $32.26 USD

Posted 5 days ago

Description

Deseret Cattle & Citrus is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join the local ranch team!

Summary:

The Maintenance Technician III is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment, facility systems, and utilities. This role helps keep operations running safely and efficiently by reducing downtime, solving complex problems, and supporting continuous improvement. Working with minimal supervision, this position also provides guidance to other technicians and helps prioritize maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment, facility systems, and utilities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and complete repairs.
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep equipment running and avoid breakdowns.
• Respond to equipment failures and help identify root causes to prevent repeat issues.
• Read and use technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to support repairs.
• Build, install, or modify parts and equipment as needed.
• Work with vendors or contractors on complex repairs or installations.
• Support equipment improvements to increase reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Help update maintenance procedures and work standards.
• Provide guidance and support to other technicians and assist with training.
• Help prioritize daily maintenance work and support scheduling.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, GMP, etc.).
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow proper safety procedures.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage.
• Communicate equipment issues and repair needs to leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or processing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience with fabrication, welding, and equipment repair.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
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Working conditions

The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Frequently lift, carry, move, and position materials, tools, supplies, or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Perform work that involves standing, walking, climbing, and moving throughout fields, facilities, and work sites for extended periods.
• Regularly operate, control, and handle tools, machinery, equipment, and controls using hands and fingers, requiring sustained manual dexterity.
• Frequently position self to access, service, or maintain equipment and materials, including reaching, ascending or descending, balancing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling.
• Communicate clearly to get and share information and report problems or safety issues.
• Have adequate vision to safely perform work, including near and distance vision, color differentiation, depth perception, peripheral awareness, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.

The work environment below describe conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate.

• Frequently work in outdoor agricultural environments with exposure to varying temperatures, sunlight, wind, and changing weather conditions.
• Regularly work around agricultural machinery, vehicles, tools, and moving mechanical components.
• May be exposed to airborne particles such as dust, soil, pollen, and plant materials.
• Occasional work on uneven, muddy, slippery, or elevated surfaces, with potential exposure to vibration or electrical hazards.
• May come into contact with chemical substances, including fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and fuels, in accordance with safety procedures and training.
• Noise levels may range from moderate to loud, depending on equipment operation and task being performed.
• Work hours may vary due to operational needs and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, extended shifts, or seasonal demands.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, protective footwear, hearing protection, and respirators, will be provided as required by law and company policy. Employees are required to properly use designated PPE when tasks require it.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

• AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage.
• Employees can contribute to an FSA.
• Employees can apply for an employer matched 401(K).
• Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes.
• All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus.
• For more detailed information please visit our benefits site:https://www.agreserves.com/benefits/.
• AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.