Electro-Mechanical Technician

About DECCO:

DECCO, a UPL company is the global leader in providing postharvest solutions to reduce food waste and enhance the freshness of fresh fruits and vegetables all along the food supply chain.  DECCO delivers value every day to packers, shippers, supermarkets and consumers with customized coating, decay control, sanitization and disinfection products, application technology, on-site service and almost 90 years of postharvest expertise.  Our 200+ dedicated DECCO employees operate in over 40 countries. 

Our purpose is to enable more and better Fresh Food for the world. More. Beautiful. Fresh

Job Summary: 

This technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of systems that integrate electrical and mechanical components, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with others in providing customer centered service with high quality results from automated and mechanical equipment in the field

JOb Responsibilities:

• Maintenance: Install and maintain Decco equipment located at customer work sites.  This includes electrical, fluid, and mechanical systems as well as PLC/Control Panels.
• Problem Solving: Read blueprints schematics and diagrams to properly diagnose equipment malfunctions.  Troubleshoot, test, disassemble, repair, and reassemble company equipment including PLC/Control Panels, sprayers, pumps, motor, foggers and other equipment.
• Team Support: Provide support to service technicians with various equipment malfunctions. This includes being onsite at our customer accounts as needed, working alongside our service and commercial teams, and being able to communicate the current functionality and working condition of our equipment and processes to all involved.
• Training/Development: Attend regular training and promote proper use and care of Decco technical equipment. Train service technicians on new equipment and best practices. Maintain accurate maintenance records. 
• Collaboration and Cooperation: Provide feedback to DECCO managers and others to keep team informed of field activities of opportunities and challenges.  Willingness to follow direction from superiors.
• Working Environment: Perform job functions at Decco warehouses, offices, laboratories, customer packinghouses, storage facilities, and other locations as assigned.  Work in varied weather conditions and industrial settings which may involve exposure to loud noises, dust, and potential hazards. Regular use of stairs, ladders, and platforms. Frequently travel in company provided vehicle throughout the workday.  May require standing for long periods.
• Innovation and Improvement: Support research/development and continuous improvements activities of our application equipment, digital platforms, and new technologies.      

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in electromechanical technology, electrical engineering, or related field, or 3+ years of experience with the job duties and responsibilities outlined above
• Demonstrate high technical aptitude and ability to learn 
• Can read/understand electrical schematics and control panel designs
• Experience installing and troubleshooting mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Able to read and work from CAD drawings and electrical diagrams
• Professional communication skills
• Valid Drivers License
• Strong written and verbal skills, knowledgeable with word processors, spreadsheets, and other software

PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in electromechanical technology, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Experience working with agriculture or industrial chemicals
• Experience working with sensors, transmitters, pumps, motors, and automation controls
• PLC programming

Location: California: Central Valley preferred, maybe Ventura County areas

KEY COMPETENCIES:  

BEING RESILIENT – Ability to manage crises and volatile situation effectively. Should be able to remain objective and calm and show positive attitude & strong judgement when faced with adversity

CULTIVATES INNOVATION - Thinks creatively and implements solutions for everyday problems; Strives to continually improve own processes and areas of business; Puts forward proposals and develops strategic implementation plans to introduce new and improved ways of operating.

DECISION MAKING & ACCOUNTABILITY - Identify & understand problems, issues and opportunities, take effective decisions basis available facts, constraints and possible consequence