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Maintenance Technician 825925

Independence, OR 97351

Posted: 06/15/2025 Job Category: Manufacturing and Production Job Number: 825925 Pay Rate: $17.60 per hour

Job Description


Join a team that plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In this company you need grit, it is what they were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps them growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change.

The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining all industrial equipment at the plant site.


Need help applying? Call us at 541-967-6881!

Duties and Responsibilities for Maintenance Technician:
  • Troubleshoot and perform inspections, repair and maintenance on parts of equipment and machines including electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs.
  • Repair production line equipment including conveyor bets, packaging equipment, grinding equipment and stacking equipment.
  • May maintain records of jobs performed in order to develop a history of repairs so that preventative maintenance can be performed.
  • May perform or assist in the installation of machinery and equipment.
  • Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
  • Cut and welding, including light steel fabrication 
  • Performs maintenance duties or other duties as assigned.
  • Keeps wok area clean, orderly and safe.
  • Inspects and adjusts equipment.
Skills and Qualifications for Maintenance Technician:
  • Prior relevant maintenance experience.
  • Electrical troubleshooting, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic repair experience helpful.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to climb platforms, ladders to make repairs.
  • Ability to maintain written records.
  • Ability to work 2nd shift
  • Teachable attitude and ability to learn on the job in a fast paced environment.

Job Details for Maintenance Technician:
  • Temp-Hire
  • Regular Shift: 2nd Shift- 1 PM - 11:30 PM - Monday - Friday 
    • Must be flexible on schedule
  • Wage -$28

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