What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feedyard Feed Mill Maintenance Technician position at Agri Beef Co. and Careers?
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Agri Beef’s feed yards employ some of the most dedicated people in the business. Bunk readers, truck drivers, pen riders, yard crew, cattle doctors and on-site administrative support staff are just a few of the helping hands making sure our cattle are fed properly and living in a healthy, comfortable environment. Our El Oro Feed yard is located in Moses Lake, Washington and the primary goal of our feed yard is to maintain optimal health and well-being of our animals.
We are looking for a Feed Mill Maintenance Technician at our cattle feed yard in Moses Lake, Washington.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Feedyard Feed Mill Maintenance Technician is responsible for the overall maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the feed mill's machinery and equipment to ensure efficient and continuous operations. This role requires the technician to perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs to minimize downtime, increase productivity, and maintain a safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance on feed mill equipment, including mills, mixers, conveyors, augers, and other machinery.
- Repairs: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues in feed mill equipment to minimize production interruptions.
- Equipment Installation: Assist in the installation, alignment, and testing of new machinery and equipment.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel in the feed mill.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, including parts replaced, work performed, and equipment status within our maintenance software.
- Inventory Management: Assist in managing spare parts inventory, ensuring that required parts and tools are readily available for timely repairs.
- Collaboration: Work closely with mill management, production staff, and other maintenance team members to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- System Monitoring: Monitor and test control systems and machinery, ensuring that all systems are operating at optimal performance.
- Upgrades & Modifications: Suggest and implement improvements to systems and machinery to increase efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.
- Emergency Support: Provide emergency maintenance services as needed during off-hours or weekends to avoid production delays.
- Housekeeping: Participates in daily housekeeping, including cleaning and organizing mill work areas.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (technical or vocational training preferred).
- Proven experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a feed mill, manufacturing, or agricultural environment.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
- Experience with welding, fabrication, and equipment alignment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate forklifts and other equipment as needed.
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed in a feed mill environment, which may involve exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
- The role may require working at heights and in confined spaces.
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, depending on operational needs.
This position is vital to ensuring the smooth operation of the feed mill, contributing to the efficiency and productivity of the feedlot's overall operations.
Wage Range: Starting at $20/hour
Education
Preferred- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Driver's License
Skills
Preferred- Fabrication
- Troubleshooting
Behaviors
Preferred- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Preferred- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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