Machine/ Farm Technician

2 weeks ago


Abbotsford, Canada Aright Greentech Canada Ltd. Full time

**Position Summary**:
The Machine Technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes. The Machine Technician ensures the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on chains, motors, trays, automated systems, fertigator and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. This position may require employees to be standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling continuously throughout the day. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be loud at times.

**Education and Experience**:

- Applicant must have a high school diploma. An apprenticeship program above the high school diploma is an asset.
- The employee is required to have 2 years of experience in a role with similar duties and experience.

**Responsibilities**:

- Replace, fix or realign machine parts and accessories in line with production specifications
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
- Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Replace, fix or realign machine parts and accessories in line with production specifications
- Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
- Track inventory, and ensure equipment, parts, and supplies are available as needed.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

**Qualifications**:

- Knowledgeable on standard concepts, practices and procedures within the horticulture industry
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift approximately 50 lbs. of weight
- Must be able to work well with others in a team environment
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure tasks are completed as required
- Experience working in indoor agriculture is an asset
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills, and organizational ability required
- Must be able to work-independently and be a self-starter
- Must have a valid drivers license, vehicle, and be willing to travel periodically to complete tasks
- Data, computer, and technical writing skills asset
- Ability to deal with moderate levels of stress is required
- Experience working with supplementary lighting, plant nutrition and climate control systems is an asset
- Basic electrical knowledge required
- Strong working knowledge of heavy-duty tools and equipment;
- Must be mechanically inclined with a good learning capacity;
- The ability to effectively communicate technical issues;
- **MUST be willing to work evenings and weekends.**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

**Salary**: $15.65-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Do you have your own car?

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-07-10



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