Mechanic Class III

Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of DUDA, established in 2006 to manage the company’s legacy fresh produce operations. Capitalizing on a tradition begun in 1926 of growing healthy fresh fruits and vegetables, Duda Farm Fresh Foods offers year-round availability of a wide range of products packed under the Dandy® brand. A full-service grower, packer, shipper, marketer, importer and exporter of farm fresh fruits and vegetables and fresh-cut vegetables, its operations are geographically diversified. The Florida-based corporation has production and shipping operations in Florida, California, Arizona, Michigan and Georgia with additional domestic and international locations. 

Duda Farm Fresh Foods, is currently looking for a Mechanic III to join our Farm Shop team in Belle Glade, Florida. This entry level position within our Mechanic positions is distinguished from Mechanic I and Mechanic II by the assignment of the entry level of duties and the ability to work with direct supervision on an on-call basis. The individual in this position will always receive instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. In this role, you will become fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. As a Mechanic III, the individual will be directly responsible for the repair and maintenance of land prep and cultivating equipment. The individual should be mechanically competent and willing to learn about all equipment used on the farm. Under direct supervision, the Mechanic III will perform work in the diagnostic, overhaul, adjustment, repair and maintenance of farm vehicles and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Repair and maintain all land prep and cultivation equipment.
• Learn to general overhaul and repair work on gasoline and diesel powered engines such as automobiles, trucks, tractors, harvesters, spray rigs and other automotive and mechanical equipment on the farm.
• Learn to diagnose, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems and related parts including valves, hoses, belts, regulators and pumps.
• Perform preventive maintenance work on all farm equipment vehicles, including lubrication and oil changes.
• Operate vehicles and equipment to aid in diagnostics; pick up and deliver vehicles and parts.
• Provide assistance to Mechanic I and Mechanic II on tasks.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with heavy equipment and agricultural farm equipment repair preferred. 
• Ability to lift 25 – 80 lbs.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with managers, equipment operators, and Farm Shop team.

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individual may be required to perform any other job-related instruction as requested by their department leader, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all inclusive and subject to change.

Duda Farm Fresh Foods provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We expect and require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free work environment. 

Duda is an equal opportunity employer.  We offer a full benefit package, competitive wages, and career advancement.  No agencies please.