Job Description

FarmFed is a poultry processing operation that supports a vertically integrated group of companies. Our company has an immediate opening in our Maintenance Department.

Why work at FarmFed?

It is our commitment to provide you with the work environment and tools necessary to be successful in your role. We strive to create opportunities that are rewarding, challenging, and meaningful. FarmFed genuinely values all of their stakeholders - employees, vendors, customers and shareholders. By acting in the best interests of our stakeholders, we earn trust, commitment and partnership. If you value personal integrity and would thrive in an organization that fosters collaborative relationships, FarmFed may be the right place for you.

Roles & Responsibilities

The general duties of the Maintenance Technician will be to maintain and service all the different pieces of equipment throughout the processing plant to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient day to day operation.

The Maintenance Technician duties and responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

Ensuring that all machines and equipment are ready for operation at the beginning of the production day

Completing equipment adjustments or repairs as needed throughout the day

Maintaining, servicing, and general repairs of all equipment, including greasing, oil changes, chain and belt tensioning, filter changes, bearing replacements, blade sharpening, etc.

Maintaining a clean and organized work shop

Completing and updating daily and weekly equipment log books

Being available for occasional after hours call in and weekend work

Qualified candidates would possess:

Mechanical aptitude

effective technical and problem solving skills

the ability to coordinate and organize tasks efficiently

the ability to work well in high paced and pressure situations

a working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems

the ability to work in adverse conditions

effective oral and written communication skills

the ability to work as a team and independently as needed.

We are willing to train the right candidate including sponsoring some power engineering training. This position provides a wonderful opportunity for entrance into a stable and high demand vocation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00-$35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person