Job Description
Job Title:
Mechanic Department:
Maintenance Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor FLSA Status:
Hourly About Company:
Altman Specialty Plants, LLC As a fast-growing company with locations across the country, we offer many opportunities to work, grow and flourish as an Altman Plants team member. As a forward-thinking business, we invest in the latest technologies to make our facilities more efficient, more advanced and more sustainable—from the latest automation technology to advanced research in genetics, breeding, renewable energy and permaculture. Why Join Us? We believe in cultivating success, not just in plants but in people. Our team is made up of passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Whether you're in production, sales, logistics, research, or in a support function, you'll be part of a company that values growth, creativity, and sustainability. As a forward-thinking business, we invest in the latest technologies to make our facilities more efficient, more advanced and more sustainable, from the latest automation technology to advanced research in genetics, breeding, renewable energy and permaculture. Altman Specialty Plants is the perfect place to plant your roots and grow with us! Thank you for your interest in employment with us! Job Summary:
The Maintenance/Automotive Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs to automobiles and greenhouse equipment. The Maintenance/Automotive key role is to ensure efficient daily operations of greenhouse equipment. Reports to the Granville Facilities Maintenance Manager, but in close and constant collaboration with the Growing staff and Operations Manager. Duties & responsibilities include but are not limited to: Inspect, diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair gas and diesel-powered buses, trucks, automobiles, and other power equipment Performs general over-haul, installation, repair, replacement, and adjustment of bearings, ignitions, carburetors, transmissions, differentials, axles, steering mechanisms, drive shafts, fenders, radiators, and front end and rear suspension systems (unless directed to contract out). Performs preventative maintenance to machines, building, and greenhouse systems to ensure efficient operations Install, assemble and test new machines and equipment; understand and comply with workplace safety regulations Monitor, identify and respond promptly to signs of malfunction in machinery such as changes in performance, temperature fluctuations, sounds, smells or atypical energy usage; perform troubleshooting for production machinery Perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electric and hydraulic; identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them. Ensure that all equipment and greenhouse systems are operating properly Ensure the successful implementation and installation of new equipment Ensure assignments are completed on schedule, efficiently, and safely. Evaluate the working operation of the facility and take corrective actions as needed Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions Communicate problems and solutions with management Other duties assigned by manager Required skill set: Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills and a self-starter Ability to relate to and work with persons of all ages, social and ethnic backgrounds Must be comfortable working at heights up to 16' Must be comfortable working in hot/cold conditions Bilingual Spanish a plus Able to work night or weekend shifts as needed. Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, or 2-4 years of equivalent work experience Trade school or special training preferred. Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk most of the day; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, push/pull rack up to 100 pounds, and push carts up to 150 pounds. Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects. Focus on one source of sound. Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles (dust and dirt). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
