Maintenance Technician

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION

Overview:

At JBT Marel Corporation, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to fortify the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Serve with Integrity - Collaborate with Humility - Grow with Agility - Innovate with Impact.

The Opportunity

As our Maintenance Technician, you will install, service, and maintain our equipment to keep it running at top operating efficiency.  To be successful in this position, you will need:

• This position reports to the Visalia, CA site and supports customers throughout the San Joaquin Valley in California.
• Service and maintain JBT machinery and chemical systems in customer packinghouse.
• Mix and test chemicals in the field to verify proper dilution and effectiveness.
• Maintain and service all JBT chemical systems and machinery in customer packing houses on a routine basis to ensure that all equipment and systems are functioning properly and are in good repair as determined by management.
• Develop effective relationships with personnel and management.
• Maintain proper records of chemical use to assure machinery down time is kept to a minimum.
• Responsible for inventory cost control and summer repair parts list while maintaining proper inventory of leased machinery parts and chemical use at packinghouses to assure machinery down time and customer complaints are kept to a minimum
• Work with Technical Service to ensure proper application of JBT chemicals
• Complete checklists and fill in delivery log books for JBT requirements and food safety documentation
• Possess the ability to fabricate, assemble and install Leased Machinery systems on an as needed basis.
• Travel to assist other customer facilities if required depending on Fresh Pack Season needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience working on industrial machinery
• Basic mechanical skills to maintain and troubleshoot equipment issues are required.
• Willing to work out of town, out of state and overnight as required
•  Availability for extended hours, weekends and/or variable schedules, especially during the processing season (ex. work 8+ hours per day, up to 7 days per week) if needed.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in identifying challenges and developing solutions is key to overcoming obstacles.
• Comfortable multi-tasking and pays attention to detail.

•  Conscientious and self-motivated; able to work without direct supervision.

•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft products (Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Must be reliable and a team player.

• Must be safety conscious
• Must be able to read and adhere to procedures and policies

Preferred Requirements:

• Technical School      
• Electrical circuitry experience
• Computer programming experience
• PLC programming experience
• Packing house operations experience 

 Work Environment/Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to work in various conditions, including indoor/outdoor weather, moving industrial machinery, chemicals and fumes, noisy or dusty environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, squat and step up/down for various amounts of time and paces.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Capability to lift, push, pull and move materials, typically up to 50 pounds.
• Hand Use: Frequent use of hands and fingers for handling equipment and performing tasks.       

The estimated annual salary/hourly range for this role is $26-29. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience.

JBT Marel uses technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications. 

These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job‑related criteria. 

All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive hiring practices globally. 

Why work at JBT Marel:

We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.

We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT to feed your growth! 

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process.