About Company:
Altman Specialty Plants: Cultivating Growth & Innovation Founded in 1975, Altman Specialty Plants has grown to become the largest horticultural grower in the United States. With a passion for plants, our commitment to our customers and to provide a safe and engaging work environment; we supply a diverse selection of succulents, annuals, perennials, and edibles to major retailers. Why Join Us? We believe in cultivating success, not just in plants but in people. Our team is made up of passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Whether you're in production, sales, logistics, research, or in a support function, you'll be part of a company that values growth, creativity, and sustainability. As a forward-thinking business, we invest in the latest technologies to make our facilities more efficient, more advanced and more sustainable, from the latest automation technology to advanced research in genetics, breeding, renewable energy and permaculture. Altman Specialty Plants is the perfect place to plant your roots and grow with us! Thank you for your interest in employment with us!
About the Role:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs to Greenhouse structures, production plan goals. The Technician’s key role is to ensure efficient daily operations of greenhouse systems, including water, heat and controls. Reports to the Granville Maintenance Manager, but with close and constant collaboration with the Growing staff and Operations Manager.
Duties & responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Preform preventative maintenance to machines, building, and greenhouse systems to ensure efficient operation
- Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them.
- Ensure that all equipment and greenhouse systems are operating properly
- Ensure the successful implementation and installation of new equipment
- Ensure assignments are completed on schedule, efficiently, and safely.
- Evaluate the working operation of the facility and take corrective actions as needed
- Communicate problems and solutions with management
- Able to work night or weekend shifts as needed.
Required skill set:
- Must have a strong mechanical skillset
- Working knowledge of greenhouse operating systems
- Ability to repair plumbing and irrigation systems
- Understanding of industrial HVAC, including hot water boilers, mixing valves and chillers
- Ability to diagnose electrical systems (single phase, 3 phase, high and low voltage)
- Working knowledge of construction principles including concrete, framing, and carpentry
- Ability to relate to and work with persons of all ages, social and ethnic backgrounds.
- Must be comfortable working at heights up to 16’
- Must be comfortable working in hot conditions
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience in facilities maintenance or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and safety regulations.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical certification or vocational training in facilities maintenance or building trades.
- Experience working in the wholesale trade or similar industrial environment.
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- First aid and OSHA safety training certifications.
- Strong project management skills and experience coordinating multiple maintenance projects.
Skills:
The required skills enable the candidate to effectively diagnose and repair a variety of building systems, ensuring minimal downtime and operational disruptions. Proficiency in reading technical documents and blueprints supports accurate troubleshooting and maintenance planning. Communication skills are essential for coordinating with team members, contractors, and vendors to complete tasks efficiently. Preferred skills such as familiarity with CMMS enhance the ability to track maintenance schedules and document work performed, improving overall facility management. Additionally, safety awareness and project management skills help maintain compliance and prioritize tasks in a dynamic work environment. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk most of the day; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, push/pull rack up to 100 pounds, and push carts up to 150 pounds. Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects. Focus on one source of sound. Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles (dust and dirt). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Mon-Friday 7am-3:30pm Some Weekends
