Plenty is on a mission to make fresh, pesticide-free fruits and vegetables more accessible to everyone. Our cutting-edge indoor, vertical farms produce extraordinary yields using a fraction of the land and water outdoor farms need. Nutrient-rich, mouth-watering and locally grown, our crops help people, communities and our planet to be healthier and more resilient.
The people and teams who make up Plenty are at the core of how we do this. We are a collaborative and innovative bunch. We are passionate about our contributions to Plenty, the communities around us and our planet, but never take ourselves too seriously. We’re down to Earth, we grow together, and we always find a way. Most importantly, we’re here to improve the lives of plants, people and our planet
In this role, you will be a part of a dynamic team working to maintain the operation of equipment and systems throughout the facility. If you are a proactive, operationally focused individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment, you’ve found the right place!
Follow preventive maintenance procedures on all plant equipment in a timely and thorough manner
Maintain the operation of equipment and systems including, but not limited to: compressed air, HVAC, electrical distribution, controls, lighting, and robotics, PLCs conveyors and other automated machinery
Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes
Partner with the Engineering and Safety teams in planning, ordering, installing and training for new equipment
Troubleshoot and perform diagnostics on damaged or malfunctioning equipment; make repairs where necessary or recommend to the Maintenance Manager to arrange for outside vendor to service equipment
Respond to facility emergency situations
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives as it relates to building operations and practice safe work habits
3+ years of related work experience
Strong mechanical skills on electric motors, vacuum pumps, air compressors, HVAC, etc. with an emphasis on PLC, controls and automation experience preferred
Ability to accurately follow operation manuals, manufacturing and installation instructions, sketches, blueprints and diagrams
Shift assignment can be discussed. However, must be willing to work evening and weekend shifts on occasion or rotating basis, able to work flexible hours and be part of the on-call rotation
Responsible, flexible, fast learner that has the ability to be a self-starter with a willingness to take on new things while maintaining full ownership of assigned area
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines
Able to successfully keep multiple tasks running simultaneously with strong analytical skills
Able to provide constructive feedback and creative solutions to problems
On Call Coverage to support team as needed
Physically able to unpack, pack, lift, and transport boxed items weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and move 50+ lbs with assistance
Full-Time
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At Plenty, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of plants, people, & planet.
We’re a new kind of farm for a new kind of world. Our pesticide-free, non-GMO leafy greens taste fresh-picked from the garden because they were. We grow and deliver locally, cutting transportation miles and reducing emissions. Plenty’s indoor vertical farms mean fresh produce is always in season.
We currently operate in South San Francisco, CA, and Laramie, WY. Our new Compton, CA facility is opening this year and it will be the world’s first, high-capacity indoor vertical farm!