At Soli Organic, we want to change the way people access organic, sustainable, and affordable food by revolutionizing what nature does best: growing healthy, flavorful plants. We take what we know about the biology of growing the best produce, and then use technology to optimize nature’s processes. We do all of this in our proprietary, USDA-certified organic, soil-based, indoor system. For us, everything begins with soil; it is the foundational building blocks that enable us to provide an ecosystem in which plants can thrive.

Over the past 30 years, we've seen this mission spread beyond our wildest dreams. Today, we are an integrated food solutions group with a nation-wide presence, and an ambitious drive to continue to have a positive impact for consumers. So how did we reach this far? We are constantly learning from nature, and we are taking those lessons in innovative ways and creative solutions that will serve the community of consumers who are looking for flavorful, healthy, and sustainable produce options.

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician II is responsible for performing mechanical and electrical duties efficiently and safely. The role involves minimizing downtime by providing prompt and accurate troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, maintenance, servicing, calibration, installation, and configuration of manufacturing and production equipment. The technician will execute work orders, communicate effectively with team members and management, and maintain detailed records and documentation of work performed.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate advanced mechanical aptitude and perform duties in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Work effectively in a team environment with supervision.
• Maintain and repair electrical equipment and instrumentation, including AC & DC motors, motor controls, MCCs, and related facilities equipment.
• Handle electrical distribution and related equipment, AC variable frequency drives, DC variable speed drives, and PLCs.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC hardware and operate electrical test equipment.
• Read, interpret, and utilize drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Ensure compliance with Lock Out Tag Out procedures and OSHA standards.
• Prepare accurate documentation of work performed.
• Adapt to and integrate innovative technologies, such as robotics, into maintenance practices.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including day shift, evening shift, and on-call weekends as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 5 years of experience as an Industrial/Manufacturing Maintenance Technician.
• Completion of a trade/technical school program in a related field or 5 years of relevant experience, or
• An Electrical Engineering degree with at least 3 years of maintenance experience.
• Strong industrial/manufacturing experience with a focus on electrical knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Experience with the Following Equipment Preferred:

• AC & DC motors, motor controls, VFDs, electrical distribution (480VAC or less).
• PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, packing machinery, automated harvesters, de-stackers, seal packs, bale shavers, chillers, heat exchangers, conveyors.
• Boiler type equipment, pumps, plumbing, air compressors, and other automated facility equipment.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using and interpreting electrical test equipment and schematics.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and methods.