Farm Maintenance Technician

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Cokato (MN)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

All Jobs in Minnesota is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined maintenance helper for our egg production farm. You will perform routine and preventive maintenance, operate equipment, and assist with keeping barns running safely and efficiently.

This hands-on role requires good mechanical aptitude, reliability, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Training is provided for forklift and safety procedures; weekend work is required.

Qualifications

  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or with a team.
  • Able to follow instructions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Perform general maintenance on farm equipment and barn systems.
  • Inspect and maintain feed, egg collection, and conveyor systems.
  • Operate and monitor manure handling equipment.
  • Assist with basic repairs and preventative maintenance.
  • Help maintain ventilation, water, lighting, and other barn equipment.
  • Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment (training provided).
  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
  • Report equipment issues, maintenance needs, or safety concerns.
  • Complete maintenance records and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Reliable
Safety minded

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

Position Summary
We're looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined individual to help maintain equipment and facilities at our egg production farm. This hands-on role supports daily farm operations by performing routine and preventive maintenance, operating equipment, and helping keep barns running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform general maintenance on farm equipment and barn systems
  • Inspect and maintain feed, egg collection, and conveyor systems
  • Operate and monitor manure handling equipment
  • Assist with basic repairs and preventative maintenance
  • Help maintain ventilation, water, lighting, and other barn equipment
  • Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment (training provided as needed)
  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe
  • Report equipment issues, maintenance needs, or safety concerns
  • Complete maintenance records and follow safety, lockout/tagout, and biosecurity procedures
  • Perform other general maintenance and farm duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or with a team
  • Able to follow instructions and safety procedures
  • Comfortable working in a physically active farm environment around livestock
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the workday
  • Previous maintenance, farm, or equipment experience is preferred but not required
What We're Looking For:
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Dependable attendance and attention to detail
  • Commitment to safety, teamwork, animal welfare, and keeping farm operations running smoothly
  • Ability to work every other weekend
Pay Range:
  • $20 - $24/hour

Resumen del puesto

Estamos buscando una persona responsable, confiable y con aptitud mecánica para ayudar con el mantenimiento de los equipos e instalaciones de nuestra granja de producción de huevos. En este puesto práctico, apoyará las operaciones diarias de la granja realizando mantenimiento preventivo y de rutina, operando equipos y ayudando a mantener los gallineros funcionando de manera segura y eficiente.

Requisitos/Responsabilidades principales:

· Realizar mantenimiento general de los equipos de la granja y de los sistemas de los gallineros

· Inspeccionar y dar mantenimiento a los sistemas de alimentación, recolección de huevos y cintas transportadoras.

· Operar y supervisar los equipos para el manejo del estiércol.

· Ayudar con reparaciones básicas y mantenimiento preventivo.

· Dar mantenimiento a los sistemas de ventilación, agua, iluminación y otros equipos de las naves.

· Operar de manera segura montacargas, transpaletas (patines hidráulicos) y otros equipos (se proporcionará capacitación cuando sea necesario).

· Mantener las áreas de trabajo limpias, organizadas y seguras.

· Informar cualquier problema con los equipos, necesidades de mantenimiento o riesgos de seguridad.

· Completar los registros de mantenimiento y seguir los procedimientos de seguridad, bloqueo y etiquetado (Lockout/Tagout) y bioseguridad.

· Realizar otras tareas generales de mantenimiento y de la granja según se le asignen.

Requisitos:

· Aptitud mecánica y disposición para aprender.

· Ser una persona confiable, con iniciativa y capaz de trabajar de forma independiente o en equipo.

· Capacidad para seguir instrucciones y procedimientos de seguridad.

· Sentirse cómodo(a) trabajando en un entorno agrícola físicamente activo y alrededor de animales de granja.

· Capacidad para levantar hasta 50 libras y permanecer de pie, caminar, agacharse y subir escaleras durante la jornada laboral.

· Se prefiere experiencia previa en mantenimiento, trabajo agrícola o manejo de equipos, pero no es un requisito.

Lo que buscamos:

· Sólida ética de trabajo y actitud positiva.

· Asistencia confiable y atención a los detalles.

· Compromiso con la seguridad, el trabajo en equipo, el bienestar animal y el buen funcionamiento de las operaciones de la granja.

· Disponibilidad para trabajar fines de semana alternos

Rango salarial:

  • $20 a $24 por hora
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