Farm Maintenance Tech 1

Smithfield Foods•Wakefield, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Farm Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs physical structures of company buildings in accordance with company policies and procedures. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing various systems including water, ventilation, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, as well as general farm equipment and facility components. The technician will also perform general mechanical work, assist other departments, and ensure all work is done in accordance with farm policies, procedures, safety rules, and Standard Operating Procedures. Occasional weekend and on-call duties may be required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
2+ years relevant mechanical/maintenance experience
Good mechanical skills, including repair of gearboxes, bearings, etc.
Knowledge of AC/DC controls and power electricity
Knowledge of Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Piping Systems.
Experience in Fabrication and welding.
Ability to sketch, read, and understand technical drawings and layouts.
Basic mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills are required.
Basic computer skills
Customer service skills
Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance on farm equipment.
Correctly identify and write down parts needed to build/complete projects to update and maintain the equipment and facility.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair, potable water, and ventilation systems and their components throughout the facility.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair farm equipment, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, piping systems, and general facility.
Perform general mechanical work including installation, fabrication, and repair.
Ensure work is done in accordance with all farm policies and procedures.
Follow all guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures for the facility.
Follow all safety rules and policies.
Wear proper safety equipment as required, including but not limited to wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, etc.
Receive written work orders or verbal instructions from the supervisor.
Maintain and repair buildings’ plumbing and electrical systems, including replacing worn or defective parts such as switches or fuses.
Maintain a parts inventory.
Repair or replace building brick, stone, and concrete.
Maintain and repair wood parts of buildings.
Assist other departments with moving furniture, supplies and machinery.
Understand and effectively follow all Company policies, Company procedures, and laws on restricted items.

Benefits

Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Medical plans with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs through Guild partnership
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement for obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university.