Shop Maintenance Technician II

Lamb Weston; Paterson (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company contributions

Employee Stock purchase program

Life and Accident insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston in Paterson, WA is seeking a Farm Shop Mechanic to repair and maintain farm equipment, including tractors and heavy machinery. You’ll diagnose complex issues, perform engine overhauls, and work with electrical and hydraulic systems to keep operations running smoothly.

Role requires at least 3 years in an agricultural maintenance environment, welding skills, and the ability to read schematics. A strong customer service mindset and a valid MVR check are essential, with facility

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in agricultural maintenance shop environment preferred.
• Proficiency diagnosing and repairing tractors and trucks, including engine overhauls and transmission/differential work.
• Welding and fabrication skills, field repairs included.
• Basic computer skills, email, touchscreens, and diagnostic programming.
• Ability to read schematics and pass MVR check; comply with Lamb Weston Driving Policy.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair tractors, trucks, and heavy equipment, including engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain detailed equipment records and maintenance reports.
• Prioritize tasks to meet operational needs and deadlines.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently for efficiency.
• Lead and mentor team members, share knowledge, promote a positive work environment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, especially during peak farming season.
• Engage in proactive team efforts to achieve department and company goals.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

3+ years exp

Diagnostics

Engine overhauls

Welding & fabrication

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Read schematics

MVR check

Customer service

Education

HS diploma

Job description

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.

Title: Shop Maintenance Technician II

Location: Paterson, WA

Job Requisition ID: Req-270943

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands‑on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

As a Farm Shop Mechanic, you will play a crucial role in the repair, rebuilding, and maintenance of farm equipment. This position demands a high level of expertise in diagnosing and repairing tractors, trucks, and heavy machinery. You will work with minimal supervision, prioritizing tasks and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our farm equipment.

Job Description

• Diagnose and perform repairs on tractors, trucks, and heavy equipment, including but not limited to engine overhauls, transmission and differential repairs, as well as diagnosing and repairing electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain detailed equipment records and complete maintenance reports.
• Prioritize tasks effectively to meet operational needs.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with the team and lead by example, sharing knowledge and skills to promote a positive working environment.
• Be prepared to respond to equipment breakdowns and malfunctions promptly, especially during critical times in the farming season.
• Actively engage in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Comply with and actively participate in Company safety policies, practices, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Skills And Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an agricultural maintenance shop environment is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and performing repairs on tractors and trucks, including engine overhauls, transmission and differential repairs, and troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Welding and fabrication skills, including field repairs.
• Basic computer skills, such as using email, touchscreens, and diagnostic programming.
• Ability to read schematics.
• Must be able to pass a company Motor Vehicle Requirement (MVR) check and meet the Lamb Weston Driving Policy requirements.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Physical Environment/Demands

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds (100 lbs with a team lift) and performing frequent tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, twisting, and turning.
• Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments with varying temperature conditions, from hot to cold.
• Regular exposure to outdoor farming environments during the workday, including loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, odors, and allergens.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform other movements required for job actions and procedures.
• Ability to work with hands and arms overhead and to work under equipment.
• Manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work both at ground level and in elevated positions to perform job duties.
• Ability to operate equipment related to the job.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regular climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders to access equipment.

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.

Anticipated Close Date: 07/29/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.

Pay Rate or Range: $32.20

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law