Pacific Coast Producers, a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking a talented and experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at our Production Facility in The Dalles, OR. PCP is investing in its people and advancing a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America. 

We have two production facilities located in The Dalles, Oregon, specifically dedicated to processing cherries. The facilities are equipped with advanced sorting, pitting, and processing equipment, enabling us to efficiently process large volumes of cherries while maintaining strict quality standards. Our facilities are an important part of the Pacific Northwest's agricultural industry and play a key role in the production of high-quality cherry products for consumers around the world.

Pay Rate: $32.61 per hour. Full time/ 40 hours per week with some weekend and overtime hours required when needed. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) and requires work on various shifts.

Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service. PCP employees receive terrific benefit plans such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plans, including a defined-benefit pension plan is also provided to eligible employees.

The Maintenance Mechanic performs the following duties: 

• Monitor the condition of all industrial production equipment.
• Perform installation, troubleshooting and repairs to production equipment, machinery, and general production facilities.
• Read, interpret and implement blueprints, prints, and drawings.
• Perform fabrication for plant machinery. Cut and form parts and assemble parts to construct machinery and equipment.
• Assist electricians as needed to install, repair and replace equipment.
• Perform arc and gas welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Maintain heating system, ventilation, boiler and other equipment.
• Perform maintenance and repair to forklifts and semi-trucks.
• Perform general carpentry, plumbing and pipefitting.
• Maintain a clean, organized and hazard free work environment.

Requirements

• Four or more years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance, preferably in a food manufacturing environment. Associate's degree from a mechanical, electrical, or electronic technology program may be substituted for one year of required experience.
• Proven experience in various areas such as welding, forklift mechanics, plumbing, HVAC, boiler maintenance, instrumentation, machine adjustment and repair, and carpentry which may be assessed by a practical exam.
• Possess effective communication skills to interact with colleagues and internal customers. 
• Certified to operate a lift truck operator or able to become such.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

About PCP Summary

Established in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is a cooperative owned by over 165 family farmers that grow and deliver various produce, including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more, to production facilities in California and Oregon for processing and packaging. With over 3,000 dedicated employees, PCP strives to produce the finest quality products for customers across all channels of trade, including grocery retailers and foodservice distributors throughout the United States and Canada.

The Dalles is a charming city located in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in Oregon, known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. It offers a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing, as well as a vibrant downtown area with unique shops, restaurants, and cultural events.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.