Sr Mechanic-Vehicle & Agricultural Equipment-TEMPORARY

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC.•Medford, OR

About The Position

The Sr Mechanic-Vehicle & Agricultural Equipment performs standard and advanced mechanical work on vehicles, farm equipment, wind machines, and irrigation systems in the shop and in the field. The role includes minor and major overhauls and rebuilding of gasoline, diesel, and propane engines on cars, trucks, tractors, and wind machines, as well as diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and complex electrical problems. This is a temporary role expected to last through January 2027. The mechanic evaluates equipment safety, removes unsafe equipment from service and red-tags it, road-tests equipment after repairs, and signs off completed work after final inspection. The position also inspects the work and progress of entry-level mechanics, performs hydraulic repairs and electrical wiring work, selects materials and tools, and fabricates metal support equipment. Advanced welding and operation of shop machinery are part of the work. Company vehicle driving is required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Weekend work and overtime may be required. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to initial and follow-up drug testing.

Requirements

One to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong communication skills.
Automotive diagnostic computer skills.
Own hand tools required.
Excellent mechanical aptitude and abilities, with analytical and methodical problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
Experience disassembling and assembling precise, complex mechanisms and machines, and using related equipment and tools.
Valid Oregon driver’s license and a clean three-year driving record.
Ability to work weekends and overtime as required.
Ability to walk, bend, crawl, reach, stoop, and twist; lift over 30 pounds; occasionally lift 50–100 pounds and frequently lift up to 25 pounds; and stand on a concrete surface for up to 70% of the shift.
Ability to work in a production environment with exposure to dust, fumes, and varying high and low temperatures.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.
Working knowledge of stick, MIG, and TIG welding preferred.
Automotive air-conditioning repair experience preferred; training is available.
Willingness to train for an LPG license through the company program.
Forklift certification; Harry & David will certify.

Responsibilities

Perform standard and advanced mechanical maintenance on farm equipment, vehicles, wind machines, and irrigation systems.
Evaluate equipment safety and identify, red-tag, and remove equipment needing inspection or repair from service.
Overhaul and rebuild gasoline, diesel, and propane engines on cars, trucks, tractors, and wind machines.
Repair hydraulic motors, pumps, control valves, and systems using precision measuring tools and test equipment.
Take equipment and vehicles out of service and red-tag them for safety inspections or problems.
Road-test equipment after repairs, complete final inspections, and sign off completed work.
Inspect the work and progress of entry-level mechanics.
Use welding skills for repair and fabrication.
Perform hydraulic system repairs.
Remove and replace batteries, starters, and alternators, and repair wiring.
Select materials, parts, and tools required for maintenance and repairs.
Fabricate metal support equipment for automobiles and farming vehicles.
Interpret written instructions, drawings, and blueprints.
Operate welders, presses, lathes, drill presses, milling machines, and cranes.
Drive company vehicles.