Farm Maintenance Technician: Multi-Site Systems

Aviagen; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Tools provided

Job summary

Aviagen is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical, electrical, and structural repairs across poultry farm facilities in Crossville, TN. The role involves servicing multiple farm sites with company-provided tools, equipment, and a maintenance van, primarily Monday–Friday, ensuring safe, optimal operation of buildings and systems.

Responsibilities include repairing plumbing, wiring, and HVAC, installing farm equipment like feed systems and Rotem controllers, and conducting routine

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, and HVAC systems.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Proficiency in using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow task-specific instructions and safety protocols.
• Strong teamwork, good verbal communication, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs on plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, and other building systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair poultry farm equipment, including chain feed systems, line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells, and septic systems.
• Conduct building repairs, such as working with chicken wire, repairing wooden structures, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures, cutting Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, and performing routine maintenance.
• Grease and service equipment, check functionality, and make repairs as needed.
• Work with PVC waterlines and fittings, and install Cat6 wiring.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, including Lock-out/Tag-out protocols, and wear appropriate PPE.
• Drive company-provided maintenance van to and from assigned farm sites.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Welding

Mechanics

Tools

Rotem controllers

Cat6 wiring

Poultry farm equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Aviagen is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical, electrical, and structural repairs across poultry farm facilities in Crossville, TN. The role involves servicing multiple farm sites with company-provided tools, equipment, and a maintenance van, primarily Monday–Friday, ensuring safe, optimal operation of buildings and systems.

Responsibilities include repairing plumbing, wiring, and HVAC, installing farm equipment like feed systems and Rotem controllers, and conducting routine