Company Owned Farm Maintenance Specialist

Job Description Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance candidate who has good knowledge of the related field and good communication skills. This role is responsible for day-to-day management of equipment and repairs, facility and utility maintenance, and repairs. The Company-Owned Farm Maintenance Specialist ensures compliance with all safety operating procedures, along with all Federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations.

Job Description

• Responsible for facility maintenance, utility equipment, troubleshooting and general repairs and readings
• Aggressively manage all breakdown maintenance requirements to successful conclusions
• Evaluate the effectiveness of equipment functionality and schedule necessary repairs or suggest changes in operating methods in order to improve operations
• Develop, implement, and maintain the department’s preventative maintenance procedures
• Oversee work in progress by outside contractors to determine adherence to plans and specifications, including fabricators, welders, and pneumatic and hydraulic expertise
• Track, measure, and document the performance of the maintenance mechanics on an individual basis
• Directly assist with repairs and troubleshooting as needed
  
  

Job Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent (required); with at least5 years of maintenance experience or advanced education in electrical, mechanical,
• 1 year of direct supervisory experience requiring knowledge of refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems as well as general facility repairs
• Previous experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, with strong knowledge and hands-on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing pneumatic equipment and systems
• Previous experience in at least two of the following areas: mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and instrumentation
• Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making to achieve organizational objectives
• Ability to problem-solve and facilitate solutions with limited direction
• Strong planning, organization, customer service, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong, trusted working relationships with internal and external business customers and executive-level management
• Basic computer literacy with the ability to do basic statistical analysis
• Ability to communicate factual information and provide direction
• Experience working in a 24/7 operation and ability to work holidays or weekends
• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Previous experience working on farm packers is preferred. (Particularly Sanavo and Prinzen brands)
  
  

Strong commitment to safety with the demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and company goals