Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, or maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems or processes to meet requirements.
Confer with maintenance project engineers and management to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.
Provide technical customer service on farm to reduce disruption to day-to-day operations.
Direct the installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of equipment, such as heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or water systems.
Diagnose and provide plausible solutions for electrical, ventilation, and other facility challenges that arise throughout the facility.
Establish or coordinate the maintenance or safety procedures, service schedule, or supply of materials required to maintain machines or equipment in the prescribed condition.
Collaborate and closely align with farm manager and staff to deliver best in class quality products and workmanship.
Promote safe work habits and maintain a safe working environment.
Manage the work order system, prioritizing open work orders to resolve the most important issues first but not losing track of lesser priority issues.
Perform day-to-day production activities as needed.
Comply with Animal Care standards and adhere to principles contained within the Core Values and the Animal Care Stakeholder Commitment Statement.
Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Electrical, plumbing, and ventilation systems
Microsoft Office Suite
Fuse boxes and electrical testing equipment
Operating and servicing equipment, i.e. tractors, skidders, grinders and ATV’s
Machinery and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance
Skilled In:
Uncompromising commitment to customer service
Adaptation to new and changing technology
General computing and the ability to manage workload through mobile handheld devices.
Clear and concise written and verbal communications
Strong interpersonal relations
Cross divisional communication and relationship building
Welding and Fabricating
General Carpentry
Ability to:
Work independently, as well as part of a team
Follow verbal\written instructions
Willingness to learn new skills
Work on rotating weekend shifts\ 24-7 on call
Execute mechanical repairs on (but not limited to) feed motors, gearboxes, fan motors, belts and bearings, feed line augers, boar bots and mortality removal equipment.
Pittsfield, Illinois
Full Time