Job Description
Job Description
Full Steam Staffing is hiring a Maintenance Apprentince in Wasco, CA!
Location: Wasco, CA
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Shift: 1st Shift
Seasonal Position – Pistachio Harvest Season
Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and motivated Maintenance Apprentice to join our team during the busy pistachio harvest season in Wasco, CA. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience maintaining equipment and supporting production operations in a fast-paced food processing environment. The Maintenance Apprentice will work alongside experienced maintenance technicians to help ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Assist maintenance technicians with preventative maintenance on processing equipment.
- Help inspect, troubleshoot, and perform basic repairs on machinery and facility equipment.
- Clean, lubricate, and replace basic machine components as directed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Assist with equipment setup and changeovers during production.
- Follow all food safety, GMP, OSHA, and company safety guidelines.
- Report equipment issues or potential hazards to the maintenance team.
- Support general facility maintenance projects as needed.
- Work collaboratively with production and sanitation teams to minimize downtime.
Qualifications
- Previous mechanical, maintenance, or construction experience is preferred but not required.
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
- Willingness to learn maintenance and repair skills in a food manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varying temperatures, including dusty or outdoor conditions.
- Comfortable standing, bending, climbing ladders, and working around industrial equipment.
- Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed during the harvest season.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
Fair Chance Employer
Full Steam Staffing considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with applicable law.