Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs on plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, and other building systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair poultry farm equipment, including chain feed systems, line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells, and septic systems.
• Conduct building repairs, such as working with chicken wire, repairing wooden structures, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures, cutting Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, and performing routine maintenance.
• Grease and service equipment, check functionality, and make repairs as needed.
• Work with PVC waterlines and fittings, and install Cat6 wiring.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, including Lock-out/Tag-out protocols, and wear appropriate PPE.
• Drive company-provided maintenance van to and from assigned farm sites.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, and HVAC systems.
• A valid drivers license.
• Proficiency in using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow task-specific instructions and safety protocols.
• Strong teamwork skills, good verbal communication, and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Walk and stand for extended periods.
• Accurately measure materials for cutting using hand and power tools.
• Move safely over uneven terrain and work in environments with wood shavings or rough ground.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and apply up to 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• Work at heights of up to 20 ft. using aerial lifts with fall protection.
• Perform repetitive tasks requiring hand/wrist dexterity.
• Frequently bend, kneel, squat, and work at floor level.
• Use both fixed and portable ladders.
• Safely handle a variety of tools, including drills, saws, grinders, welders, blowtorches, and hammers.
• Wear required PPE such as ear protection, safety glasses, gloves, helmets, harnesses, and boots.

Work Conditions

• Exposure to dust, dander, and airborne particles.
• Exposure to varying noise levels.
• Occasional contact with cleaning chemicals, detergents, and disinfectants.
• Work in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, snow, ice, and rain.