Farm Maintenance Specialist

Aviagen; Sallisaw (OK); On-site; USD 63,038,976 - 80,231,424; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Aviagen is seeking experienced Maintenance personnel to manage general maintenance, ensuring safe working conditions and compliance with regulations. You will partner with management to create and maintain a safe work environment and perform repairs across buildings and equipment.

Responsibilities include repairing plumbing, lighting, HVAC systems, chain and line feed systems, and other machinery, plus basic carpentry and electrical work.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC).
• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow task specific instructions, such as Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs at our buildings including plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
• Check, install, and repair equipment, which includes chain feed systems, line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells, and septic systems.
• Other duties include: repairing wooden structures, working with chicken wire, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures, cutting Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, routine maintenance on buildings, greasing equipment, checking to ensure equipment is operating properly and repairing if needed, working with PVC waterline and fittings, installing cat6 wiring.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Machinery maintenance

Safety procedures

Tools

Drills

Hammers

Saws

Grinders

Welders

PPE equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are currently seeking experienced Maintenance people to join our team. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of general maintenance function to ensure safe working conditions and to meet or exceed regulatory compliance. Partners with management team to create and maintain a safe work environment.

Job Description

• Perform basic mechanical repairs at our buildings including plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
• Check, install, and repair equipment, which includes chain feed systems, line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells, and septic systems.
• Other duties include: repairing wooden structures, working with chicken wire, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures, cutting Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, routine maintenance on buildings, greasing equipment, checking to ensure equipment is operating properly and repairing if needed, working with PVC waterline and fittings, installing cat6 wiring.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC).
• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow task specific instructions, such as Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

• A person in this position is expected to walk/stand for extended periods.
• Ability to use measuring tools and measure precisely for cutting with power and/or hand tools.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain, such as rough ground and floors with shavings.
• Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs., including lumber and metal building materials.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.
• Ability to work from aerial lift with fall restraint system at around 20 ft.
• Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level.
• Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• Must be able to frequently kneel/squat.
• Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on knees.
• Must be able to conduct repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to use both fixed and portable ladders (step and/or extension ladders).
• Utilize a variety of tools, including drills, hammers, saws, metal grinders, blowtorches, welders. Tools used mainly consist of power tools, but some hand tools are also used.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for identified tasks, such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets, work gloves, work boots, harness, etc.
• Ability to drive maintenance van to and from work sites.

Work Conditions

• Exposed at times to airborne particles, such as dust and dander.
• Exposed to various noise levels, sometimes exceeding the 85-dBA action level set by OSHA.
• Proper PPE hearing protection will be provided by Aviagen in these areas.
• Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be exposed to chemicals, such as detergents, and disinfectants.
• May be exposed to very hot temperatures, very cold temperatures, snow, sleet, ice, etc.
• Exposed to farm related smells and foul odors.

Benefits

Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.