Maintenance Technician I

The Maintenance Technician performs highly skilled mechanical and electrical work in the maintenance and repair of light to medium duty packaging, processing and building equipment such as conveyors, elevators, blowers, sifters, burners, grinders, conventional & high-speed packaging machines, labeling/printing equipment, vacuum & hydraulic pumps, forklifts and air compressors.  Works independently or with minimal supervision applying mechanical/electrical knowledge and considerable independent judgment in the repair, overhaul and remanufacturing of plant equipment. Duties include troubleshooting and performance testing of production machinery, parts requisitioning/ordering and preventive maintenance/work order assignments. 
 
 

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and perform overhaul on mechanical drives/motors, pneumatic & hydraulic components, motor control center devices, transport conveyor systems and rotating, cutting, & grinding equipment.
• Use micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and other precision instruments to determine working clearances on mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic components.
• Troubleshoot and repair motor control centers, electro-mechanical drives and sub electrical panels utilizing volt and amp meters.
• Perform typical building maintenance repairs through assigned work orders.
• Perform machine shop duties such as general metal fabrication, welding and machining.
• Requisition shop supplies and equipment such as replacement parts, hardware, lubricants, tools, testing instruments and gauges.

Education & Experience

• High school Diploma or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate.
• 5+ years of journeyman level experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.   

Personal & Professional Skill Sets

• Knowledge of the principles of electronic, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic/vacuum systems and components found in industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards, safety precautions and inspection techniques of repairing and operating equipment in the industrial industry.
• Skilled in the use of tools, machines and testing instruments that are used in the repair and overhaul of plant equipment and building services.
• Ability to apply knowledge of equipment operating principle to diagnose and correct malfunctions in plant equipment.
• Ability to use knowledge, creativity and initiative in recommending or implementing improvements in servicing methods, tools and equipment.
• Ability to use manuals and schematics in servicing equipment.
• Ability to endure long periods of standing, walking or working in inclement weather and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to conduct training sessions on equipment operating principles through illustration and verbal communication. 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

At Farmer Brothers, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees.  The base salary range for this role is defined above and may vary depending on experience and qualifications.

To account for cost-of-living differences, we apply location-based salary adjustments. Employees working in higher-cost cities may receive a geographical pay premium, which is determined based on market data and local economic factors.

If applicable, your specific salary will be discussed during the hiring process based on your work location.

• In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which may include benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off.
• The total leave provided in the Company’s Paid Time Off (“PTO”) policy is in at least an amount of hours and pay sufficient to satisfy the requirements of state or local laws in the locations where the Company operates.
• For questions regarding our compensation structure, including location-based pay adjustm