Mechanic A

Florida Crystals Corporation; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Crystals is seeking an experienced Shop Mechanic to support the maintenance of heavy diesel tractors and farm equipment. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and possess critical mechanical skills including hydraulics, diesel engines, and electrical systems.

The role involves both shop and field work in varied environmental conditions. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and their own tools. Bi-lingual candidates (English and Spanish) are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in heavy diesel and/or ag equipment repair/maintenance is required.
• Must have own tools.
• Experience in equipment diagnostics and precision agriculture equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform day‑to‑day maintenance on a variety of equipment.
• Read schematics, diagrams, service manuals, and parts manuals.
• Order and maintain parts lists.

Skills

Heavy diesel and ag equipment repair/maintenance

Hydraulics

Diesel Engines

Electrical Systems

Air Conditioning

Transmission

Reading schematics and manuals

Critical thinking and problem solving

Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Heavy Diesel Technician Certification

High School Diploma

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding and fabrication tools

Job description

Florida Crystals Corporation is a fully integrated cane sugar company. Florida Crystals regeneratively farms sugarcane and rice in South Florida, where it owns two sugar mills, a sugar refinery, a packaging and distribution center, Florida's only rice mill, a compost facility, and one of the largest renewable power plants of its kind in the U.S., which uses sugarcane fiber to generate eco‑friendly energy that powers its sugar operations. Florida Crystals owns one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified farms in the U.S. and its Florida Crystals products are the only ROC sugar grown and milled sugar in the country. Florida Crystals owns ASR Group International, a holding company that conducts operations through its subsidiaries. The ASR Group family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. Florida Crystals is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Overview

Sugar Farms Co‑Op is searching for an experienced Shop Mechanic. The candidate would have experience in the maintenance and repairs of heavy diesel tractors, grain combines, sugarcane harvesters, chemical sprayers and/or other farm equipment. Specific skills include Hydraulics, Diesel Engines, Brakes, Electrical Systems, Air Conditioning, and Transmission. The job will primarily serve in a shop setting, but field work will also be required. Candidates will be familiar with reading service manuals, parts manuals, safety guidelines, procedural manuals, and must have excellent all‑around mechanical aptitude. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are highly desired.

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

• Strong heavy diesel and ag equipment repair/maintenance background
• Able to do all day‑to‑day maintenance on a variety of equipment
• Able to read schematics, diagrams, service manuals, parts manuals
• Experience in equipment diagnostics, diagnostic tools (including computer), and precision agriculture equipment
• Experience ordering and maintaining parts lists
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred
• Must have a good safety record and adhere to all company safety standards
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must have own tools
• Must be willing to work in adverse environmental conditions (heat, dirt, dust, tropical elements)
• Bi‑lingual (English and Spanish) preferred

Work Experiences & Qualifications

• Pass a background check
• Must be able to pass a physical and drug screening
• Must pass A–Grade Mechanic Test
• Candidate will have 5+ years’ experience in heavy diesel and/or ag equipment repair/maintenance (required)
• Must pass an aptitude test (based on experience and certifications)
• ASE Certifications preferred

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma preferred but not required
• Possess a valid driver’s license Class E or above
• Heavy Diesel Technician Certification from an accredited training institution highly desired

Supervisory Responsibility

• No

Location of Role

• Sugar Farms Agriculture Ag Shop

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.