Feed Mill Maintenance

House of Raeford Farms

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About The Position

Mechanical repairs, maintenance & PM's to equipment and installation of new
equipment is the core responsibility of a maintenance person. Due to the
combustible nature of grain dust, it is imperative that all electrical
pneumatic, and mechanical equipment be maintained to eliminate the chance of
bearings, rollers, fixtures, and any potential heat producing item from becoming
an ignition source. Preventative measures include proper greasing and
monitoring of equipment on a regular basis as predetermined by the feed mill
maintenance schedule. Chains, sprockets, shafts, hydraulic equipment, sheaves
and couplings are just a few of the areas that require service on a regular
basis. Housekeeping is vital and has to be maintained on a daily basis in the
mill.

Requirements

• Reliable
• Willing to work at a busy feed mill
• One month rotating shift
• Mechanically minded
• Self-motivated
• Can work unsupervised
• General knowledge of tools and be able to use them
• Preventative maintenance as well as general repairs is necessary to maintain equipment
• Physically able to carry tools when climbing stairs and ladders, lift at least 50 lbs., be able to crouch, twist, bend, push, and lift
• Cannot be afraid of heights due to walking on catwalks and climbing ladders
• Willingness and ability to be trained, to learn new things
• Wear PPE provided
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and temperatures

Responsibilities

• Mechanical repairs
• Maintenance
• Preventative Maintenance
• Installation of new equipment
• Proper greasing and monitoring of equipment
• Housekeeping

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed