Mechanic I Maintenance

A. Duda & Sons Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A. Duda & Sons, Inc. is seeking a Mechanic I at our Belle Glade facility to maintain and troubleshoot equipment, ensuring safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, timely work orders, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of working independently or within a team environment. English proficiency is required, with Spanish bilingualism preferred; valid driver’s license is also required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to document maintenance activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; English required; bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns and maintain reliability.
• Execute and close assigned maintenance work orders accurately and within required timeframes.
• Conduct daily safety/pre-operational inspections and report issues or unsafe conditions.
• Follow safety rules, wear PPE, and comply with GMP, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Ensure spare parts and maintenance inventory are stocked and available when needed.
• Attend required training and safety meetings and support other teams as needed.
• Other duties as assigned including shifts and group transfers.

Skills

Time management

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of DUDA, established in 2006 to manage the company’s legacy fresh produce operations. Capitalizing on a tradition begun in 1926 of growing healthy fresh fruits and vegetables, Duda Farm Fresh Foods offers year-round availability of a wide range of products packed under the Dandy® brand. A full-service grower, packer, shipper, marketer, importer and exporter of farm fresh fruits and vegetables and fresh-cut vegetables, its operations are geographically diversified. The Florida-based corporation has production and shipping operations in Florida, California, Arizona, Michigan and Georgia with additional domestic and international locations.

Duda Farm Fresh Foods is seeking a Mechanic I to join our Belle Glade Facility Maintenance Team. This role will support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our facility equipment. This position is responsible for preventative maintenance, timely completion of work orders, equipment inspections, troubleshooting, and maintaining required parts and supplies. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, dependable, and will thrive working independently and within a structured team environment while being committed to supporting overall operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns and maintain reliability.
• Execute and close assigned maintenance work orders accurately and within required timeframes.
• Conduct daily safety/pre-operational inspections and immediately report equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or acts.
• Follow all safety rules, use required PPE, and comply with company, regulatory, food safety, GMP, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Ensure necessary spare parts and maintenance inventory are properly stocked, replenished, and available when needed.
• Attend required training and safety meetings, follow company policies, maintain reliable attendance, and support other teams as needed.
• Other duties as assigned including getting moved to another group or work team and shift starting time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Strong ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain accuracy.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to accurately complete maintenance documentation; Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also performing effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• English required; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull 50–80 lbs.
• Repetitive bending, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Field and facility work required.
• Travel to other locations may be required.

All applicants must be able to pass a physical, drug test, criminal background check and have valid driver license. The individual should have a great attitude and the ability to learn new things while keeping the interest of our company a priority. We offer an excellent benefit package as part of our total compensation including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, holiday pay and much more. For more information about A. Duda and Sons, Inc., please visit our website www.duda.com.