Farm Maintenance Technician I - On-Site & On-Call

ADP, Inc.; Lenox Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Select Farms is seeking an on-site maintenance technician to care for one farm or a small set of farms, reporting to production operations. The role involves minor repairs of swine facilities and equipment and ensuring routine preventative maintenance.

The position requires strict adherence to bio-security and animal wellbeing policies, safety procedures, and the ability to operate heavy equipment when needed. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience preferred but not required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ISF bio-security policy and report violations to management team.
• Adhere to ISF animal wellbeing policy and report violations to management team.
• Adhere to ISF safety policies and procedures, wear PPE for tasks.
• Utilize ISF Tools work ticket system to track repairs and materials.
• Demonstrate general trade knowledge (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding).
• Prioritize maintenance; address animal welfare items as immediate concerns.
• Be available for weekend emergency maintenance needs.
• Ensure preventative maintenance items are completed.
• Maintain on-site parts inventory as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment (Backhoe, Tractors, Mowers) as required.
• Assist in seasonal tasks and site appearance.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Welding

Safety awareness

Team communication

Tools

Backhoe

Mowers

Snow blowers

Hydro Clean Machine

Tractors

Manure Tanks

Trucks and Trailers

Job description

Iowa Select Farms is seeking an on-site maintenance technician to care for one farm or a small set of farms, reporting to production operations. The role involves minor repairs of swine facilities and equipment and ensuring routine preventative maintenance.

The position requires strict adherence to bio-security and animal wellbeing policies, safety procedures, and the ability to operate heavy equipment when needed. A valid driver’s license is required.