Barn Maintenance Specialist

Hord Personnel Services, Inc; Bucyrus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Hord Personnel Services, Inc is seeking a mechanically inclined maintenance worker to join our sow farm team in Bucyrus, Ohio. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic fabrication to keep equipment running smoothly.

You will read diagrams, order parts, and assist with repairs while supporting a clean, safe work environment. Expect 45–50 hour weeks, on-call and weekend duties as needed, with opportunities to grow technical skills.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in maintenance.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must not currently own or have routine contact with swine.
• Willingness to work in a physically strenuous environment.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Complete repair orders and procure parts/materials.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and fabricate repair parts as needed.
• Maintain exterior and interior components of farms to company standards.
• Work 45-50 hours per week with on-call and weekend duties as needed.

Skills

Maintenance

Welding

Reading diagrams

Tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication tools

Job description

Are you someone mechanically inclined who loves trouble-shooting and problem-solving? Are you looking for an opportunity to challenge yourself? Does working in an extended family-like atmosphere sound appealing to you? If that sounds like an opportunity that you don’t want to pass you by, we want to talk to you!

Company Background:

The HORD team, nationally known for our world class pig production, is currently looking for individuals to add to our sow farm barn maintenance team. This position offers supportive training to help you tailor your skills to our facilities.

A day in the life:

• Ensure operation of mechanical equipment by assisting in preventive maintenance requirements; building competency in reading and comprehending diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications
• Complete required documentation for repair orders; parts and materials procurement
• Implement improved equipment opportunities, learning how best to troubleshoot malfunctions
• Assist in fabricating repair parts as needed
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Maintain exterior and interior components of all farms to company standards
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments will become more varied and challenging, and supervision will become more general, rather than direct

What you need:

• 1-2 years in maintenance
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Candidates must not currently own or have routine contact with swine
• Desire and ability to work in a physically strenuous environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Impeccable record of reliability/dependability
• Display a high level of respect to team members and animals
• Willingness to learn and carry out complex instructions effectively
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds; bend and twist easily; and push, pull, reach and grab freely
• Work 45-50 hours per week including on-call availability and weekend work as needed
• Basic math and reading skills
• Proficiency in all types of welding; basic skills in carpentry, fabricating, and electrical maintenance are also highly desirable

Your Rewards:

• Competitive wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at less than $35/pay for our base plan).
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth

We look forward to talking to you more in depth about the opportunities at HORD!