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Preventive Maintenance Technician, Clewiston

Pero Family Farms LLC · Clewiston, FL

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
11 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Pero Family Farms LLC (industrial) in Clewiston, FL.

They ask for
2+ years
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $61k–$86k.

Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 3011 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 92 other live reliability postings in Florida.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 40%
  • Welding 32%
  • PLC 28%
  • Root cause 22%

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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Job summary

The Preventive Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance and servicing of agricultural equipment to ensure reliable performance and minimize downtime. This role focuses on scheduled preventative care, supporting overall farm productivity and equipment longevity.

Requirements

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Perform routine maintenance on farm equipment, including:
  • ◆Oil and filter changes (engine, hydraulic, fuel, air)
  • ◆Lubrication and greasing of moving parts.
  • ◆Service and inspect:
  • ◆Tractors, harvesters, and field equipment
  • ◆Irrigation pumps and power units
  • ◆Farm trucks, trailers, and utility vehicles.
  • ◆Check and maintain fluid levels (oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid, DEF)
  • ◆Inspect belts, hoses, tires, batteries, and lights.
  • ◆Identify and report mechanical issues before failure occurs.
  • ◆Maintain accurate maintenance records and service logs.
  • ◆Assist mechanics with basic repairs when needed.
  • ◆Keep work area, tools, and service truck clean and organized.
  • ◆Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Qualifications

  • ✓High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • ✓2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance, agriculture, or diesel service (preferred but not required).
  • ✓Basic mechanical knowledge of diesel engines and equipment systems.
  • ✓Ability to safely use hand tools and maintenance equipment.
  • ✓Strong attention to detail and ability to follow maintenance schedules.
  • ✓Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

  • ✓Experience with agricultural equipment (John Deere, Case IH, Ford trucks, etc.).
  • ✓Familiarity with irrigation systems and pumps.
  • ✓Experience using maintenance tracking systems.

Requirements

  • ✓Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
  • ✓Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and work underneath or around agricultural equipment.
  • ✓Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, equipment, and replacement parts weighing up to 50 pounds independently; heavier items may require team lifting or mechanical assistance.
  • ✓Ability to climb ladders, steps, and onto agricultural equipment to perform inspections and maintenance.
  • ✓Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance instruments.
  • ✓Ability to reach above shoulder level and work in awkward positions during equipment servicing and repairs.
  • ✓Sufficient visual acuity to inspect equipment, identify wear or damage, read gauges, service manuals, and maintenance documentation.
  • ✓Ability to distinguish sounds associated with equipment operation to identify potential mechanical issues.
  • ✓Must possess the stamina and endurance to perform physically demanding work in outdoor agricultural environments for extended periods.
  • ✓Ability to safely operate company vehicles, service trucks, and farm equipment as required.
  • ✓Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Description

Job Title: Preventive Maintenance Technician (PM Tech)

Reports To: Farm Shop Manager

Location: Clewiston, FL

Position Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt

As an agricultural employee, you are exempt from overtime provisions according to the Federal Wage Laws.

Company summary

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

Working conditions

  • •Work is performed in a combination of maintenance shop, equipment yard, and outdoor agricultural field environments.
  • •Frequent exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, humidity, rain, direct sunlight, and changing seasonal temperatures.
  • •Regular exposure to dust, dirt, mud, grease, oils, fuel, hydraulic fluids, cleaning solvents, and other maintenance-related materials.
  • •Exposure to loud noise from diesel engines, heavy equipment, power tools, and farm machinery; hearing protection may be required.
  • •Work around moving mechanical equipment, tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems, trailers, and other agricultural machinery.
  • •May be required to work in confined or awkward spaces while servicing equipment.
  • •Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and other required safety equipment.
  • •Must adhere to all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment maintenance protocols.
  • •Flexible schedule may be required during peak planting, harvesting, and other seasonal operations, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.

Company perks

  • •401(k)
  • •Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
  • •Paid T

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