Maintenance Technician

Select Sires, Inc.•Plain City, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Select Sires Team Select Sires is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of our facilities, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure. This hands-on position plays a critical role in ensuring our production, farm, and office facilities remain safe, functional, and operating efficiently. The ideal candidate enjoys troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing facility repairs, operating equipment, and contributing to construction and improvement projects. This role offers a diverse work environment where no two days are the same. Why Select Sires? At Select Sires, our employees play a vital role in supporting the global dairy and beef industries. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to excellence, innovation, and animal agriculture. Position Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing company vehicles, machinery, equipment, buildings, barns, feed storage facilities, and grounds. The position works closely with supervisors across various locations to ensure critical systems and equipment remain operational while supporting facility construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.

Requirements

Knowledge of mechanical maintenance, equipment repair, and facility upkeep.
Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, and work in a physically demanding environment.
Commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with agricultural equipment, farm operations, or industrial maintenance.
Welding, fabrication, construction, or remodeling experience.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
State of Ohio Class I or Class A Water License.
Certification to purchase and handle refrigerants (Freon).

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repair of tractors, farm equipment, vehicles, machinery, and facility systems.
Inspect equipment and communicate routine maintenance needs to management.
Troubleshoot and repair damaged equipment and facility components.
Assist with maintenance of feed storage, preparation, and delivery equipment.
Support the operation and maintenance of water systems, delivery lines, and watering equipment.
Maintain company buildings, barns, offices, grounds, fences, gates, and rental properties.
Monitor and support facility security through regular inspection of fences and access points.
Assist with the maintenance of mechanical and passive ventilation systems in livestock facilities.
Manage and maintain generators and backup power systems.
Support construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
Fabricate gates, posts, breeding boxes, and other custom equipment as needed.
Perform snow removal, ice treatment, lawn care, pond maintenance, and other groundskeeping activities.
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in an organized and safe condition.
Participate in special projects and additional duties as assigned.