3rd Shift Maintenance Technician - Acorn

Farmer Focus; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Paid time off

Semi-subsidized medical coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Farmer Focus seeks a 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair poultry processing equipment at the Acorn Plant. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, and support production continuity in a fast-paced environment.

Must have strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with a variety of tools, and the ability to read and follow safety procedures. On-site 3rd shift with responsibilities across the processing plant.

Qualifications

• Proven industrial, manufacturing maintenance, or electrical experience required.
• Knowledge and understanding of good safety practices.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, and repair skills.
• Proficiency in using common hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and testing devices.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English; work in poultry processing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Repair, install, adjust, and maintain machinery and equipment in the plant.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery for repairs and parts replacement.
• Inspect parts for defects and replace faulty components.
• Lubricate, clean, and adjust equipment to maintain performance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs and support uptime.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Repair skills

Safety practices

Tools proficiency

English reading/writing

Math skills

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing devices

Precision instruments

Job description

3rd Shift Maintenance Technician - Acorn

Sep 4, 2026

$24 - $43/hour

IndustrialMaintenanceTechnicianJob Description

Job Title: IndustrialMaintenanceTechnician

Additional Compensation: Extra $1.50 an hour shift differential
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Acorn Plant
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Shift / Schedule: 3rd Shift
Travel Requirements: Less than 10%
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

TheIndustrialMaintenance Technicianis responsible forperforming daily maintenance tasks, preventative maintenance, repairs, equipment adjustments, installations, and special projects that support Farmer Focus's production and business operations. This role helps ensure machinery and equipmentoperatesafely, efficiently, and reliably within the poultry processing environment. TheIndustrialMaintenance Technician playsan important rolein reducing downtime, maintainingequipment performance, supporting production continuity, and helping create a safe, clean, and well‑maintained work environment. This position requires strong mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills, as well as the ability to work independently and respond to emergency maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment to support smooth business and production operations.

Repair, install, adjust, and maintainmachinery and equipment throughout the processing plant.

Perform parts replacement, routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, and special projects as assigned.

Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.

Examine parts for defects, including breakage, excessive wear, or other signs of malfunction.

Repair or replace broken, defective, or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.

Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.

Reassemble equipment following inspections, testing, maintenance, or repairs.

Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.

Perform work in all departments of the processing plant environment, including areas with cold, damp, wet, or changing conditions.

Provide a means of notification and communication during non‑working hours for emergency maintenance needs.

Respond to emergency call‑ins within 30 minutes asrequired.

Ensure the shop and surrounding areas are kept clean by removing debris from work areas, work benches, and break rooms.

Support a safe work environment by identifying and eliminating unsafe acts or conditions.

Apply maintenance skills in cutting and welding, hydraulics, filter systems, pipe fitting/plumbing, shop equipment operation, sheet metal fabrication, pneumatics, electrical wiring, and motors.

Organize tasks to be performed and, when needed, monitor or oversee the quality of work being completed.

Perform other responsibilities as needed to support Farmer Focus business objectives.

Benefits: Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members' health, financial well‑being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi‑subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

Proven industrial, manufacturing maintenance, or electrical experience required.

Knowledge and understanding of good safety practices.

Strong mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, and repair skills.

Proficiency in using common hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and electrical and electronic testing devices.

Ability to perform maintenance tasks involving machinery, equipment, parts, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, pipe fitting, welding, cutting, sheet metal fabrication, and shop equipment.

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Basic math skills.

Ability to organize tasks and, when needed, monitor or oversee the quality of work being performed.

Ability to work with or near animal blood.

Ability to work in all departments of the poultry processing environment, including cold, damp, wet, and changing conditions.

Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English.

Must be self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to respond to emergency call‑ins within 30 minutes as required.

Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior maintenance experience in a food processing, poultry processing, manufacturing, or production environment.

Experience with preventative maintenance programs.

Experience troubleshooting electrical wiring, motors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and production equipment.

Experience supporting emergency maintenance needs in a fast‑paced production environment.

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post‑offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and poultry production environment. This role requires access to the production environment and may require work in all departments of the processing plant. The team member must be able to tolerate varying heat, wet, damp, and chill conditions within the plant. Hearing and eye protective equipment are required in the production area. Hair and beard nets are required in the production area. Additional personal protective equipment may be required based on task, location, and safety requirements. This position may require the use of hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, electrical and electronic testing devices, welding and cutting equipment, shop equipment, and other maintenance‑related tools. The role may also require standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, lifting, working near machinery, and working with or near animal blood. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled.

About Farmer Focus

Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm‑level decision‑making and chicken ownership