Heavy Equipment Mechanic

This position will report to the: Shift Manager

Travel Requirement: None

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Shift: 1st Shift

Employment Category: Full-Time

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE.

Established in 2023, New Carrot Company, operating under the name Bolthouse Fresh Foods, is headquartered in the California Central Valley community of Bakersfield. Specializing in carrot production, the company caters to both retail and food service operations and is renowned for its Bolthouse Farms brand, widely distributed in major retailers across the United States and Canada.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a subsidiary of Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with a specialty in the food sector. Butterfly Equity's expertise spans the entire food value chain, from 'seed to fork,' with a focus on agriculture & aquaculture, food & beverage products, food distribution, and foodservice.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will assist the department Lead Person and Assistant Manager by performing the required maintenance and repairs of Agricultural equipment. This person will be responsible for performing maintenance work such as inspecting, troubleshooting, and performing routine repair tasks on Carrot Harvesters and other Heavy equipment. This person will be expected to support and follow Company safety policies as well as other policies. This person is required to have at least 2 years of experience in the field of agricultural equipment repair and maintenance. Ensure assignments are performed with specified instructions, expected time limits and required quality in a shop and field environment. This person will ensure that all equipment is safely operating at optimum condition.

• Assist the area Lead Person in maintaining company Ag. and related equipment as required.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot needed repairs on heavy equipment.
• Works with high integrity and complies with corporate guidelines on business ethics.
• Follow company and department rules and policies.
• Work directly and cooperate with the Department Supervisors and Managers to accomplish project goals as needed.
• Work in a productive manner and strive to maintain a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Complete assigned repairs in timely manner.
• Maintain a variety of equipment and tools to ensure their safe operation.
• Maintain shop and job site safe at all times.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• Report defective tools, equipment immediately to Lead / Management
• Pickup and delivery of equipment and parts to and from outside vendors
• Operates stationary and moving overhead cranes, forklifts, and any equipment needed to perform a job within safety guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Test and evaluate operation of Ag. and related equipment
• Examine parts for defects.
• Ability to travel out of town with overnight stays
• Ability to operate a pilot vehicle in/out of town
• Load Carrot Harvesters for transportation purposes

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Punctual, excellent attendance record, and cooperate with others.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to apply common sense, understand and carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Safety conscious, an eye for detail, and ability to plan, organize, and perform multiple tasks.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Knowledge for troubleshooting and repairing 12V and 24V electrical systems.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of Arc / Mig welding and cutting methods.
• Previous experience in troubleshooting hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Ability to work in group settings.
• Diesel engine maintenance and repair experience is a plus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED: or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 year’s hydraulic experience, troubleshooting repairing and performing preventative maintenance on Ag. equipment.
• Valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 years previous experience preferred.
• Technical School training in related field.
• Previous experience in “Total Process Reliability” (TPR) maintenance is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environment: Field and Shop environment, travel to job sites.
• Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, gases, inclement weather, and cold storage temperatures
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to work on ladders, stairs and boom lifts.
• Ability to climb up and down large equipment.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Farms and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Bolthouse Farms does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.