Maintenance Technician Brood Washington

Company Overview

Riverence Brood LLC is a broodstock business producing premium quality steelhead/rainbow trout, golden rainbow trout, Atlantic salmon, and coho salmon eggs. Our eggs are sold to our sister companies, Riverence Farms LLC and Riverence Provisions LLC, and other customers throughout the US and worldwide. Riverence's modern facilities are designed for the long haul, built to maximize the quality of life for our broodstock, increasing efficiency and minimizing our environmental impact. Our farms have been outfitted with cutting‑edge technologies that help us ensure that our customers get the most consistent, highest‑quality eggs possible. We pride ourselves on being industry leaders by continually building our professional experience and the industry's credibility.

Classification: Non‑Exempt | Reports to: Facilities Manager | Wage Range: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) with 4% match
• Medical – 2 plans
• Dental – 2 plans
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (short‑term disability buy‑up)
• Voluntary Critical Illness
• Voluntary Accident
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO – 0‑5 years: 4.62 hours per pay period; 6‑10 years: 6.16 hours per pay period; 11+ years: 7.7 hours per pay period
• Paid Holidays – 7 paid holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day)
• Washington State Sick Leave Program

Summary/Objective

Support the Facility Manager and facility leadership by performing preventive maintenance, grounds maintenance, and other general repairs—both major and minor—as directed. Operate various motorized equipment including forklift, man‑lift, tractors, and lawn mowers.

Essential Functions

• Provide preventative maintenance as instructed.
• Perform repairs on company machinery and equipment.
• Conduct basic vehicle maintenance, including repairs and troubleshooting.
• Detect and report the need for major maintenance repairs.
• Repair minor to major plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and safety systems.
• Provide general assistance to all areas where needed.
• Maintain company grounds (weed eating, mowing, pressure washing).
• Operate the daily composter.
• Operate forklift, man‑lift, tractors, and lawn mowers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate various related equipment and tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply operating policies and procedures.
• Professional, clear, and effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.
• Extremely organized and detail‑oriented.
• Aptitude for problem‑solving.
• Comfortable around water and willing to work in all weather conditions.
• Good judgment at all times.
• Ability to operate a forklift and a scissor lift (training will be provided if necessary).
• Safety‑oriented mindset.

Work Environment

The work is primarily outdoors and subject to inclement weather, hot and cold temperatures, loud equipment, and wet conditions.

Physical Demands

• Regular lifting of 50 lb or less; occasional lifting of 75 lb; team lifting of 100 lb or more on an occasional basis.
• Frequent walking, standing for sustained periods, and pushing/pulling objects with upper extremities.
• Occasional stooping, reaching, and pulling with force.
• Regular use of fingertips to perceive size, shape, temperature, or texture of objects.
• Repetitive motions involving substantial wrist, hand, and finger movements.

Position Type and Hours

This is a full‑time position (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work as needed. Hours are mostly daylight as directed by the supervisor, with some on‑call availability.

Travel

Some local travel may be required.

Education and Experience

• Required: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a maintenance/electrical environment; basic knowledge of electrical wiring, plumbing, general carpentry, and repair skills; strong troubleshooting background; high school diploma or equivalent; current valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Three (3) years of experience in a similar role; professional certificates or training in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or general repairs.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.