Repair & Maintenance Technician I
- Job Title
- Repair & Maintenance Technician I
- Job ID
- 27750276
- Location
- Carpinteria, CA, 93013
- Other Location
- Description
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At Local Bounti, our mission is to revolutionize agriculture by making fresh, locally grown produce accessible to communities everywhere, now and for generations to come. We envision a future where transformative innovation and innovative technology empower us to grow produce locally with minimal food miles, ensuring the freshest and most sustainable offerings reach communities around the globe.
We believe that happy plants make happy taste buds, and we are committed to reimagining the standards of freshness. But our commitment goes beyond just growing produce—we focus on building empowered local teams because, together, we can achieve extraordinary things in sustainable agriculture.
Position Overview:
As a Repair & Maintenance Technician at Local Bounti, you will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of our state-of-the-art greenhouse facility. By maintaining and repairing essential equipment, you will support our mission to grow and deliver fresh, sustainably produced leafy greens.
Key Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties listed below are representative of the essential functions, qualifications, physical demands, and the work environment encountered in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to work and perform the essential functions in this work environment.
• Day-to-Day Operations: Perform routine and emergency maintenance tasks to support production processes and ensure equipment runs efficiently.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, ensuring timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Preventive Maintenance: Implement and carry out preventive maintenance schedules for equipment to extend lifespan and prevent unplanned breakdowns.
• Equipment Repair: Conduct repairs on a wide variety of equipment, including HVAC systems, conveyor belts, pumps, and other machinery in the facility.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support and advice to the production team regarding equipment use and maintenance best practices.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, including repair logs, parts used, and scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure seamless operations and provide feedback on ways to improve efficiency.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and standards during maintenance activities, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Inventory Management: Assist in managing the inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies necessary for repair and maintenance work.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications:
• Core Values Adherence: Uphold and demonstrate Local Bounti’s Core Values in all daily activities.
• Safety Commitment: Actively support the facility’s safety culture and follow safety protocols during maintenance tasks.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, with hands-on experience in troubleshooting and repair.
• Preventive Maintenance: Ability to develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for production and facility equipment.
• Problem Solving: Ability to diagnose and solve problems efficiently, ensuring minimal downtime during repairs.
• Policy Understanding: Understand and adhere to Local Bounti’s policies and procedures regarding equipment and maintenance.
• Technical Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Physical Stamina: Maintain physical stamina to perform hands-on maintenance tasks throughout the shift.
• Bilingual Skills: Ability to communicate in English (bilingualism is a plus).
• Attention to Detail: Exhibit attention to detail to ensure high-quality results in all maintenance tasks.
Education and Experience:- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or maintenance fields is preferred.
- Minimum of 1 years of hands-on experience in equipment repair and maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing, agricultural, or food production environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Experience with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing production equipment and machinery.
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures.
- Basic understanding of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, and electrical).
- Experience with reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks under minimal supervision.
- Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) are a plus.
Physical Demands:
• Standing/Walking: Regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods during maintenance activities.
• Climbing/Balance: Frequently required to climb ladders or balance when accessing equipment.
• Sitting: Occasionally required to sit when operating equipment or reviewing documentation.
• Stooping: Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to perform repair and maintenance tasks.
• Mechanical Exposure: Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and machinery.
• Weather Exposure: Occasionally works in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions, including heat and cold.
• Coordination: Ability to coordinate hand and foot movements while using tools and equipment.
• Timing: Ability to time movements effectively when handling equipment or working on repairs.
• Lifting/Moving: Frequently required to lift and/or move objects weighing 10 to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus when performing maintenance tasks.
