Nursery Maintenance Lead

The Wonderful Company • Visalia, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursery Maintenance Lead oversees maintenance operations of the nursery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical and electrical background, good leadership skills and a proactive approach to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our equipment and facilities.

Requirements

• Ability to work alone without close supervision.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs on a continuous basis and 100 lbs on occasion.
• Be able to do continuous bending, stooping, and walking on a daily basis.
• If operating a company vehicle must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Adequate leadership and communication skills to direct, schedule and coordinate personnel and services.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish required.
• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• 18 years of age or older

Nice To Haves

• Experience in leading a maintenance team desired.
• Ability to motivate and support team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) preferred.
• Experience with maintenance management software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all equipment.
• Regularly inspect equipment to identify and address potential issues before they lead to significant downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues with machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical failures and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Lead the maintenance team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and adherence to safety standards.
• Escalate any performance or discipline concerns to the manager.
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts and supplies, ensuring availability for scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Implement effective inventory control systems to minimize waste and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies, conducting regular safety inspections and addressing any potential hazards.
• Promote a culture of safety within the maintenance team and across the facility.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, and maintenance logs.
• Utilize maintenance management software to track and report on maintenance performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in maintenance operations, implementing best practices and new technologies where applicable.
• Lead initiatives aimed at increasing equipment reliability and reducing maintenance costs.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k
• Continued training
• Generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving (allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed