Facility Maintenance Technician - Farm Operations

Country View Family Farms•Ridgeville, IN

9d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Country View Family Farms is hiring a Facility Maintenance Technician to support farm operations through preventative maintenance, equipment repairs, and facility upkeep across multiple farms. Join one of the nation’s leading agricultural organizations and play a key role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-performing farm operations! Country View Family Farms, one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations and an affiliate of Clemens Food Group, is a family-owned agricultural company with more than 130 years of history and a strong commitment to doing things the right way. CVFF partners with more than 300 family farms across Indiana, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, Maryland, and North Carolina to responsibly raise healthy pigs using advanced technology and high standards of animal care. Together, we are dedicated to producing safe, wholesome food while supporting family farmers, strengthening communities, and building a sustainable future for agriculture. Join our team and become part of a mission-driven organization focused on excellence in livestock care, food production, and leadership development.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of maintenance experience
Valid driver’s license required
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and push at least 100 pounds.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and outdoor environments.
Ability to work in barn environments that may include exposure to animal dander, manure, dust, odors, blood, and loud conditions.
Availability to work Monday through Friday with occasional weekends and holiday work as needed.
Commitment to maintaining and exceeding industry standards for animal care and welfare.
Meet all bio-security requirements as outlined by Animal Care policy/ procedure.
Consistent and reliable adherence to Animal Welfare requirements and Code of Conduct.
Adhere to CVFF/ CLEMENS FOOD GROUP Mission, Vision, and Values.
Complete all other tasks assigned.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree, trade school certification, apprenticeship training, or equivalent experience preferred, but not required
Prior electrical and welding experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair basic mechanical and electrical systems, including feed systems, plumbing, ventilation systems, environmental controls, and heating equipment.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance at company-owned nursery and finishing barns.
Complete all required training programs and safety certifications.
Maintain farm lanes and grounds, including pothole repair and general upkeep.
Follow all company safety procedures and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Understand and apply lockout/tagout procedures.
Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
Respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed.
Maintain tractors and farm equipment.
Order maintenance supplies and maintain organized work areas.
Complete repair requests and coordinate with outside contractors when necessary.
Support additional operational needs such as pressure washing, snow removal, composting, weed trimming, weed deterrent application, loading and inspecting trucks, handling animals, and other production-related tasks.
Successfully complete Step 1 of the Animal Care Specialist Plan and the Maintenance Step Plan.