Farm Maintenance Technician

Fremont Farms of Iowa•Malcom, IA

11d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Farm Maintenance Technician is responsible for preventative and routine maintenance of control and electrical systems, water systems, buildings, grounds keeping, and equipment on layer facility. This role involves monitoring computer systems for house vitals, setting up bird moving equipment, and performing outside insect/weed control. The technician will also operate various heavy equipment for loading and unloading trucks, and communicate daily maintenance issues with the Farm Maintenance Supervisor. Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Awareness and knowledge of surroundings in relation to climate, atmosphere and equipment.
Mechanical, electrical, metal working and plumbing knowledge.
Ability to operate power tools and equipment safely.
Ability to read, understand and effectively communicate information through writing and speaking so others will understand.
Valid drivers license.
Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination.
Independent Self Starter/Team Player.
Attention to detail / organized.
Able to trouble shoot problems.
Mathematical skills: General Arithmetic.
Computer Skills: basic computer/I-pad skills.
Electrical skills: wiring motors 110-volt up to 480-volt, & low voltage.
Fine motor skills and ability to lift 75 lbs.
The ability to climb ladders at least 12ft high and the ability to climb feed bin ladders more than 20 feet.
The ability to crawl into and out of tight spaces.

Nice To Haves

Drive fork lifts, wheel loaders, skid loaders, tractors, trucks

Responsibilities

Preventative and routine maintenance of control and electrical systems, water systems, buildings, grounds keeping, and equipment on layer facility.
Monitor computer for all house vitals (feed, light, air, water).
Set up bird moving equipment per schedule.
Responsible for outside insect / weed control.
Load and unload trucks with forklift, skid loader, telehandler.
Responsible for preventative and routine maintenance of buildings and equipment.
Communicate with Farm Maintenance Supervisor on day-to-day maintenance issues.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
Follow all company biosecurity and safety procedures.
Ensure a safe and clean work environment.
Humane Treatment of Birds always.
Adhere to work schedules in completing and performing all assigned duties.