Acres Farms Hiring for MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III at Florence, KY Full Time

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Future of Fresh is Here!

Food isn’t what it used to be. We made it better, and we did it by building a different kind of farm. A farm that doesn’t need sun, soil or favorable weather to do its thing. A farm where pesticides have no place—because everything’s indoors, monitored and controlled, 24/7. We built a farm where robots do the heavy lifting, so the humans can focus on growing the freshest, most nutritious food possible. A farm that can produce over 300 times more food than an ordinary farm. With 100% renewable energy. And 97% less water. Pretty unbelievable, right? Well, believe it. This farm is real. We call it 80 Acres Farms. Fresher food awaits you.

Powering 80 Acres Farms is the Infinite Acres technology platform, our closed loop, integrated, end-to end system with best-in-class hardware, software, and controls. The research and data teams at Infinite Acres give our farms the information and technology that make our plants grow better.

By combining our world-class technology with super-efficient vertical farming techniques, we produce a lot more in a much smaller space.

If you’re the kind of person who wants to make a difference and is fast on your feet, join a team that is shaking things up in the local food chain.

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled, dedicated, Full-time Maintenance Technician III to join and lead our maintenance team in the growing future of indoor farming! The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, team player with great people and collaboration skills, who promotes a team atmosphere, applies root cause analysis principles, and supports process improvements in our fast paced always growing culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Mentor team providing training, guidance, and direct feedback on a variety of technical subjects to help them accomplish their goals and improve individual performance
• Lead troubleshooting of complex issues and critical repairs in high pressure situations
• Follow all safety and food safety requirements, PPE, LOTO, while culturing a safe work environment
• Work independently, unsupervised performing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and facility repairs
• Provide feedback to Planner on preventative maintenance tasks and schedules
• Suggest and implement corrective actions for equipment failures
• Perform daily facility walkthroughs and inspections
• Utilize CMMS to open/close workorders, schedule PM’s, create workorders, etc., to meet workflow and compliance KPI’s
• Provide backup to supervisor and periodic weekend supervision when needed
• On call availability for off hour critical failures
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with everyone in the organization
• Maintain tools, supplies, and clean organized work areas
• Operate powered industrial equipment: scissor lifts, forklifts, powered stackers, etc.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES

• Broad and deep knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
• Very strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to complete repairs and projects with little to no supervision
• Proficiency with electrical: reading schematics, utilizing volt/ohm meter, etc. (120, 240, 480VAC, 24VDC)
• Some HVAC/Hydronic experience preferred (certifications a plus)
• Welding: mig, tig, stick, aluminum, stainless steel
• Water & filtration systems, pumps, plumbing, etc.
• Preventative and Predictive maintenance to maximize uptime

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of industrial maintenance experience required
• Proficiency with electrical: reading schematics, utilizing volt/ohm meter, etc. (120, 240, 480VAC, 24VDC)
• Some HVAC/Hydronic experience preferred
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, inputs/outputs, PLC’s, HMI’s, pumps, motors, plumbing, heat exchangers, photoeyes, servo drives, proximity sensors, VFD’s, flow control, timers, etc.
• Safe operation of warehouse equipment such as scissor and forklifts
• Personal Protective Equipment, LOTO, confined space, arc flash, and safety compliance
• Ability to regularly lift, bend, stretch, crawl, utilize manual dexterity, navigate ladders/catwalks, stand and/or walk for long periods of time without limitation
• Lift 75lbs unassisted
• Follow all company policies, procedures, safety, and food safety guidelines
• Flexible working hours, willing to work scheduled, unscheduled, and on call overtime
• Work in non-climate and cold environments, that may be noisy and/or have low lighting

BENEFITS WE OFFER YOU

• Day one health, dental, and vision insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 1-week paid health & wellness time
• 10 paid holidays
• 401k with 4% company contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance

Statistics show that underrepresented communities don’t apply for a job unless they meet 100% of the qualifications. Don’t worry if you think you can’t check every box on the list; we’ll provide all the on-the-job training you need.

80 Acres Farms is an equal opportunity employer. You’re defined by more than just your job title, and we want you to feel comfortable bringing your true self to work. We value your talents, your traditions, your take on the world, and everything else that makes you unique. We strive to be to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and to do their best work.

80 Acres Farms participates in E-Verify. As required by law, your employment with the Company is contingent upon you providing legal proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. All candidates will be given the same consideration.