BrightFarms
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Maintenance Mechanic
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BrightFarms . This range is provided by BrightFarms. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $24.00/hr - $40.00/hr BrightFarms is The Place to Grow! We are on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown, with a focus on sustainability, training, and employee growth. BrightFarms operates multiple high-tech greenhouse farms and distributes fresh lettuce across the East Coast and Midwest.
Job responsibilities
Ensure all work is carried out in a safe and orderly manner, complying with OSHA and food safety protocols.
Assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of automated material handling and greenhouse equipment.
Use preventive and predictive maintenance processes; troubleshoot equipment and restore service promptly to support facility operations.
Collaborate with Facility Manager and technicians to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures.
Assist in training maintenance technicians and technicians-in-training to enhance skills and knowledge.
General knowledge and skills
Understanding of general maintenance processes and methods.
Ability to conduct maintenance and troubleshooting of some industrial robots.
Document work orders with data such as labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used.
Experience operating equipment (e.g., snow blowers, lawn mowers, small hand tools).
Understanding of basic electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to establish positive working relationships across the organization and follow safety procedures with PPE usage.
Operate company vehicles for maintenance activities and travel to nearby facilities or stores to procure parts.
Perform duties in compliance with plant rules, safety, sanitation, and housekeeping practices.
Capable of working at heights from ladders or scaffolding; able to operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) and willing to be certified.
Ability to work overtime if required and to work effectively in a team environment.
Familiar with basic machine shop equipment (e.g., lathes and mills).
Duties / Responsibilities
Repair or replace defective electrical, plumbing, or mechanical components.
Maintain and troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site (conveyors, packaging, palletizers, etc.).
Disassemble, replace, or repair mechanical and electrical components; maintain motors, sensors, relays, and controls.
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, software, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Provide technical assistance when problems are encountered and assist with installation and maintenance of electrical control systems.
Maintain electrical parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations; understand troubleshooting sequences.
Work with basic wiring diagrams, symbols, blueprints, and electrical measurements; perform preventive/predictive maintenance.
Familiar with industrial controls, electronics, conveyance systems, and pneumatics.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
3-5 years of trade school, or equivalent military/work experience
Ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as required
Climb steps; lift up to 50 pounds; work in extreme temperatures
Ability to crawl, work in tight spaces, and perform duties using ladders and lifts
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in a technical or industrial field
Food or agriculture industry experience
Understanding of advanced industrial electrical systems (DC and AC, from 24V to 480V)
Key Values & Characteristics
Authentically Green – passion for improving the environmental impact of the food supply chain.
Drive to Succeed – motivated, energetic, and committed to excellence.
Humility & Integrity – strong team players with high integrity.
Productive – known for getting things done.
Working conditions / Environment / Travel / Schedule Greenhouse/Outside/Coolers/Office with exposure to seasonal conditions and high-noise environments. May require travel to nearby facilities and stores.
Physical requirements Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, walking, reaching; climbing; good vision required.
Equal Opportunity Employer BrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin, sex (including pregnant), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Job metadata
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Manufacturing and Production
Industries: Manufacturing
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Join to apply for the
Maintenance Mechanic
role at
BrightFarms . This range is provided by BrightFarms. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $24.00/hr - $40.00/hr BrightFarms is The Place to Grow! We are on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown, with a focus on sustainability, training, and employee growth. BrightFarms operates multiple high-tech greenhouse farms and distributes fresh lettuce across the East Coast and Midwest.
Job responsibilities
Ensure all work is carried out in a safe and orderly manner, complying with OSHA and food safety protocols.
Assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of automated material handling and greenhouse equipment.
Use preventive and predictive maintenance processes; troubleshoot equipment and restore service promptly to support facility operations.
Collaborate with Facility Manager and technicians to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures.
Assist in training maintenance technicians and technicians-in-training to enhance skills and knowledge.
General knowledge and skills
Understanding of general maintenance processes and methods.
Ability to conduct maintenance and troubleshooting of some industrial robots.
Document work orders with data such as labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used.
Experience operating equipment (e.g., snow blowers, lawn mowers, small hand tools).
Understanding of basic electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to establish positive working relationships across the organization and follow safety procedures with PPE usage.
Operate company vehicles for maintenance activities and travel to nearby facilities or stores to procure parts.
Perform duties in compliance with plant rules, safety, sanitation, and housekeeping practices.
Capable of working at heights from ladders or scaffolding; able to operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) and willing to be certified.
Ability to work overtime if required and to work effectively in a team environment.
Familiar with basic machine shop equipment (e.g., lathes and mills).
Duties / Responsibilities
Repair or replace defective electrical, plumbing, or mechanical components.
Maintain and troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site (conveyors, packaging, palletizers, etc.).
Disassemble, replace, or repair mechanical and electrical components; maintain motors, sensors, relays, and controls.
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, software, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Provide technical assistance when problems are encountered and assist with installation and maintenance of electrical control systems.
Maintain electrical parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations; understand troubleshooting sequences.
Work with basic wiring diagrams, symbols, blueprints, and electrical measurements; perform preventive/predictive maintenance.
Familiar with industrial controls, electronics, conveyance systems, and pneumatics.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
3-5 years of trade school, or equivalent military/work experience
Ability to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as required
Climb steps; lift up to 50 pounds; work in extreme temperatures
Ability to crawl, work in tight spaces, and perform duties using ladders and lifts
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in a technical or industrial field
Food or agriculture industry experience
Understanding of advanced industrial electrical systems (DC and AC, from 24V to 480V)
Key Values & Characteristics
Authentically Green – passion for improving the environmental impact of the food supply chain.
Drive to Succeed – motivated, energetic, and committed to excellence.
Humility & Integrity – strong team players with high integrity.
Productive – known for getting things done.
Working conditions / Environment / Travel / Schedule Greenhouse/Outside/Coolers/Office with exposure to seasonal conditions and high-noise environments. May require travel to nearby facilities and stores.
Physical requirements Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, walking, reaching; climbing; good vision required.
Equal Opportunity Employer BrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin, sex (including pregnant), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Job metadata
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Manufacturing and Production
Industries: Manufacturing
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