Facility Operations

Innovative Ag Services; Ackley (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Ag Services in Ackley, IA seeks a versatile location technician to support daily operations, maintain equipment and facilities, and assist with farm supply and grain activities. You’ll perform repairs, maintain the chemical shed, and help keep the shop and warehouse safe and organized.

Requirements include a Class A CDL or ability to obtain, strong mechanical aptitude, and good math and communication skills. Occasional LP deliveries may be required.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL or ability to obtain.
• Commercial Applicator Core Licensing (categories 1A, 1B, 1C, 7C).
• Mechanical aptitude for hydraulics and piping systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Math skills for basic operations.
• Assist with LP delivery during peak season.

Responsibilities

• Report to workplace on time; notify supervisor of lateness.
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Operate and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Maintain the chemical shed and related records.
• Assist with shop tools inventory and replacement parts as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas.
• Participate in safety and training programs.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Support other IAS locations as required.

Skills

CDL or ability to obtain

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Mathematical ability

Multi-tasking

LP delivery assistance

Job description

Primary Objective:

To support daily location operations efficiently and safely. Maintain location equipment and facilities for the benefit of IAS and its member-owners.

Major Accountabilities:

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absences to supervisor prior to start time.
• Maintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirements.
• Repairs and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities
• Run and Maintain Chemical Shed, including keeping records for tier 11 reporting.
• Filling shuttles and NH3 nurse tanksAssist with the distribution of farm supply products and grain operations when assigned. Notification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of the shop and warehouse areas in which you are working.
• Participate in safety and job-related training programs provided by the company.
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conduct.
• Create a positive, professional image to customers and community.
• Accept and carry out other assigned duties given by location manager.
• As a commitment to serving the customer, and to support ongoing business needs this position may be required on occasionto report to and work for another IAS location.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Class A CDL or ability to obtain, and/or utilization of seasonal CDL during peak business needs.
• Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems and knowledge ofvarious machines and tools including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
• Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
• Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Possess math skills when performing basic operations.
• Obtain Commercial Applicator Core Licensing with categories 1A, 1B, 1C, 7C
• Assist with LP delivery during the busy season.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

• Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also, flexibility to bend,stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Also, trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
• Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.
• Personal Protective Equipmentmay be required for some tasks.