GROUNDS MAINTENANCE / LAYER FARM

OPAL FOODS COOPERATIVE INC•Roggen, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Opal Foods is searching for a GROUNDS MAINTENANCE PERSON for our Layer Farm in Roggen, CO. This position is responsible for maintaining grounds and performing preventive maintenance/repairs on farm vehicles and equipment. Must maintain compliance with all company policies and governmental regulations including safety, bio-security and animal welfare requirements. This position will work in and on the grounds of the hen houses and must be able to work in a live animal/farm environment. This position will also assist the Production Manager with other projects and duties as needed.

Requirements

Previous grounds maintenance experience; front end loader/forklift certification
Previous vehicle mechanic, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair skills
Excellent safety habits and organization
Willing to work off schedule shifts and/or nights when necessary in all types of weather
Willing to work 6 days per week, including weekend days

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience in related roles
Ability to communicate in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Maintain clean and tidy farm grounds using front end loader, mower, weed-eater, and other yard maintenance tools; manage trash and foot-pans
Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
Keep vehicles and farm equipment running and operating safely and efficiently by performing regular maintenance and repairs
Perform preventive and urgent maintenance of vehicles and equipment
Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments
Take a proactive approach to issue resolution including root cause analyses and error proofing controls related to down time
Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment to perform various duties
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work environment