Farm Maintenance

About the role

Farm Maintenance is responsible for priority repairs and maintenance in a timely and efficient manner in our facilities. This individual will utilize their experience with electrical, motor controls, mechanical, welding, and plumbing to assist the Farm Maintenance team with day to day operations of our farms and ensure up-keep on our equipment. Farm Maintenance must be able to perform hands on maintenance. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity working with farm equipment. Select Genetics presents a solid platform to serve customers on a national and international scale by providing quality poults, service, and innovation. Select Genetics is the leading supplier of poults and eggs to growers and companies across the world and has operations in eight US States.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and complete maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Carry out all directives following company policies and applicable laws, including scheduling, assigning and performing work.
• Troubleshoot and repair facilities including welding, electrical, ventilation, heating, plumbing, and high‑pressure air and water systems.
• Maintain all company facilities and equipment, including work area and company vehicle.
• Respond to work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Inspect and upkeep facilities and equipment on a routine basis.
• Repair, replace and build wooden structures as needed, including pouring concrete pads.
• Transfer equipment between farms.
• Address system failures: lighting, feeding, electrical, environmental control, and heating systems.
• Maintain and repair security systems, on‑site generators, phones, small engines, tractors, wash crew equipment, and other farm machinery.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment such as a bobcat, electric drill, wrenches, and screw drivers.
• Report to the maintenance supervisor any issues with interior or exterior facilities, including climate control, damages, pest infestation, or mishandling of birds.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, business ethics codes, and all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Work in a culture of strong employee teams.