Farming Technician (Ag/Produce) Grimmway Farms in Bakersfield, California For Sale
Company Description
Welcome to Grimmway Farms...
The story of Grimmway begins right here in an agricultural haven known as the Southern San Joaquin Valley in central California. The Grimm brothers began nurturing their family business in the fertile soil of Kern County more than 3 decades ago. Today, their roots run deep. Grimmway Farms has grown to become the largest grower, producer and shipper of carrots in the world; but the family still insists on walking the fields, visiting the processing facilities and performing their own brand of quality assurance - every single day. In xxxx when Rod and Bob Grimm set up their first roadside produce stand, the brothers made a promise: always take care of the customer.
Decades later, that promise has never been broken. Grimmway Farms' dedication to consistent quality and dependable service has made us the global leader in our industry.
Yet no matter how the size and scope of our company grows, every Grimmway employee is committed to staying true to our founding philosophies: provide good value, honest pricing and conduct business with integrity.
Grimmway believes in providing service to our customers on a personal level. We believe that today's consumer wants food products that are innovative, exciting and nutritious. All good reasons Grimmway chooses to partner with other industry forerunners to develop creative new product ideas our consumers and their families will enjoy.
Acknowledging and responding to the issues important to our customers is important to us. To address the growing consumer demand for pesticide-free fruits and vegetables, Grimmway Farms is continuously developing new avenues of opportunity. In xxxx, we acquired Cal-Organics, a pioneer organic produce company providing more than 75 organic product offerings.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Farming Technician in Bakersfield, California.
Position Reports to:
Engineer
Perform Other Duties as Instructed by Supervisor:
Yes
Responsibilities & Duties:
Perform all functions of an engineering development technician.
This includes utilizing strong observational and analytical skills to monitor performance of systems and recommend best practices.
Responsibilities will require the operation of equipment for planting, harvesting and other functions related to carrots and vegetable growing.
Qualified candidate will occasionally assemble various mechanical components for equipment including, electronic sensors, belt rollers, bearing, motors, sprockets, chain, guards, belts.
Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Perform other duties as required or directed by the supervisor, including travel to various fields and different growing regions.
Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
Continuous use of both hands; including grasping, pulling and pushing.
Walking on even and uneven surfaces, sight, hearing, standing, sitting, bending, twisting, stooping, climbing up ladders of equipment, reaching forward, reaching overhead and below the shoulder.
Lifting and carrying 50 pounds while walking in wet conditions.
Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions.
Qualifications:
Qualified individuals must possess mechanical aptitude and strong problem solving skills.
College degree and computer skills required.
Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees.
Must have the ability to travel as required including overnight.
Must pass drug/alcohol screen and physical and functional capacity screening.
Must have valid drivers license and clean DMV record.
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