Agricultural Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Wynen's; Orland (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynen's is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to support equipment and facility upkeep across humane, sustainable poultry operations. You will work with experienced technicians on routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and safety practices to ensure equipment reliability and animal welfare.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning in a farm setting, with exposure to processing equipment and facilities. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential as you develop long-term maintenance

Qualifications

• Interest in skilled trades, agriculture and building long-term maintenance skills.
• Willingness to learn from experienced technicians and follow safety procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to assist with repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Strong work ethic aligned with integrity and responsible farming values.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced technicians with routine repairs and troubleshooting of farm and processing equipment.
• Support preventive maintenance to keep equipment clean, functional, and reliable.
• Help maintain facilities to uphold animal welfare and support high food quality.
• Learn and apply safe, efficient maintenance practices in a hands-on environment.

Skills

Interest in skilled trades

Willingness to learn

Mechanical aptitude

Strong work ethic

Job description

Role: Maintenance Apprentice supporting equipment and facility upkeep across humane, sustainable poultry operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist experienced technicians with routine repairs and troubleshooting of farm and processing equipment.
• Support preventive maintenance to keep equipment clean, functional, and reliable.
• Help maintain facilities to uphold animal welfare and support high food quality.
• Learn and apply safe, efficient maintenance practices in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Interest in skilled trades, agriculture, and building long-term maintenance skills.
• Willingness to learn from experienced technicians and follow safety procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to assist with repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Strong work ethic and alignment with integrity and responsible farming values.