What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic position at Baucom's Nursery?
JOB DESCRIPTION: MAINTENANCE SHOP MECHANIC
Department: Maintenance & Fleet Operations
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Operations Manager
Location: Farm & Nursery Facilities (Charlotte / Concord, NC)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Position Summary
The Maintenance Shop Mechanic is responsible for the routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all motorized equipment, fleet vehicles, agricultural machinery, and stationary nursery equipment. This role ensures that tractors, delivery trucks, potting machines, irrigation pumps, and utility vehicles operate safely and efficiently to support daily nursery and farm operations.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Equipment & Machinery Repair:
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, power transmissions, and electrical systems across all farm and nursery equipment.
- Perform mechanical repairs on tractors, skid steers, forklifts, golf carts/UTVs, mowers, and soil mixing/potting machines.
Fleet & Transport Vehicle Maintenance:
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance (oil changes, brake jobs, tire rotations/replacements, belt and hose inspections) on company pickup trucks, flatbeds, and commercial transport vehicles.
- Assist with pre-trip/post-trip inspection repairs and ensure fleet vehicles comply with state and federal transport safety standards.
Preventive Maintenance (PM) & Shop Operations:
- Execute scheduled preventive maintenance programs for all nursery shop tools, generators, water pumps, and automated production machinery.
- Perform basic metal fabrication, cutting, and welding (MIG/STICK) to repair equipment frames, trailers, and plant rolling racks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment; properly store tools, parts, hardware, and lubricants.
Safety, Compliance & Recordkeeping:
- Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), chemical safety (SDS), eye/hand/hearing protection guidelines, and machine guarding rules.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and service records for audited machinery and fleet assets.
- Report safety hazards, equipment defects, or required structural repairs to management immediately.
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 2–4 years of hands-on experience as a diesel, automotive, or agricultural equipment mechanic (nursery/farm or heavy equipment background strongly preferred).
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of small engine repair, diesel mechanics, 12V DC electrical systems, hydraulics, and basic welding/fabrication.
- Tools: Must possess a functional personal set of basic hand tools and mechanical trade tools (specialized power tools provided by company).
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50–75 lbs unassisted.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and work in awkward physical positions under/inside equipment.
- Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust).
- Licensing: Valid Driver's License required (CDL Class A or B is a plus).
Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $26