Farm Technician-Glyndon, MN

Bayer•Glyndon, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Farm Technician maintains company facilities and equipment across the warehouse, plant, and field, and operates farm equipment for pre-, post-, and in-season land management. The role includes managing farm weed pressure by applying commercial pesticides in compliance with applicable regulations; maintaining an inventory of parts, supplies, and tools; and coordinating and scheduling on-site service and maintenance. The technician is responsible for maintaining facilities and equipment to preserve their value and usefulness and provide a safe working environment. The role also includes assessing needs and complying with hazardous work permit requirements, such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), line breaking, fall protection, confined space, and atmospheric monitoring. The technician keeps accurate maintenance records, follows company Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards, reports issues to safety technicians and leadership, and supports seasonal site needs across functional areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge of IT, including the internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and facilities systems.
Ability to obtain an appropriate driver's license for operating medium- to heavy-duty vehicles over 10,000 lbs. GCWR without an air brake designation.
Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License, or ability to obtain one within 90 days.
Ability to lift, push, and pull 40–50 pounds regularly.
Availability to meet overtime demands, including occasional work on weekends and holidays.
Ability to work from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Reside within 60 miles of Glyndon.

Responsibilities

Conduct and complete maintenance on company facilities and equipment across the warehouse, plant, and field.
Operate farm equipment for pre-, post-, and in-season land management.
Manage farm weed pressure by applying commercial pesticides and following applicable compliance regulations.
Maintain an active inventory of parts, supplies, and tools for repairs and availability needs.
Coordinate and schedule on-site asset service and maintenance work.
Maintain facilities and equipment to enhance their value and usefulness and provide a safe working environment.
Assess needs and comply with hazardous work permit requirements, including LOTO, line breaking, fall protection, confined space, and atmospheric monitoring.
Maintain accurate records of equipment and facility maintenance activities.
Follow company HSE and QA/QC standards, including shop-floor and machine safety and operating procedures.
Report issues to safety technicians and leadership in a timely manner.
Perform tasks across functional areas to support seasonal site needs.