Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Now Hiring

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

The hourly rate for this position at Scotts/Hawthorne will generally fall between $29.90 - 38.75 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Palmdale, FL!

What you'll do in this role:

• Performs repair and maintenance on the rolling stock associated with the plant. Repairs done on the rolling stock include motor related, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs. Rolling stock would include over the road tractors and trailers, fork lifts, truck carried forklifts, loaders, dozers, pick up trucks, compost turners and other types of rolling stock at the plant. May also work on plant production equipment as required. Must be familiar with both gasoline and diesel power plants.
• Maintains records of jobs performed in order to develop a history of repairs so that preventative maintenance can be performed. Record keeping is done to meet or exceed DOT requirements for over the road equipment. Must be computer literate to maintain records, experience using Agility is a plus.
• May perform or assist in the installation of machinery and equipment. Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Keeps work area clean, orderly and safe.

The perfect person will have:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills; able to accurately diagnose and repair equipment.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on as needed basis.
• Must be able to stand, sit, walk, stoop and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to work with machine operators, mechanics and contractors and/or vendors.

• Must be able to work the required shift.

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family
• To view all of our great benefits, click here!

* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.