Farm Mechanic Associate

Belstra Milling Company; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Belstra Group Farms in Northwest Indiana seeks dedicated farm maintenance staff to upkeep farm structures, feed systems, water lines, and pig housing equipment. You will work within safety policies and maintain equipment records while performing general electrical tasks as needed.

A valid driver’s license is preferred and 1 year of mechanic experience is expected. Training on PPE and safety protocols is provided. The role involves physical labor and farm environment exposure.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience as a mechanic or mechanic assistant preferred.
• Hydraulics knowledge is an asset but not required.
• Proficient reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills to use tablet for service software.
• Ability to work alone or as a team.
• Basic Electrical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspection, maintenance, and repairs on small engines, generators, farm vehicles, etc., meeting factory standards.
• Maintaining accurate parts inventory.
• Maintaining shop cleanliness.
• Keeping vehicle maintenance records and paperwork up-to-date.
• Ensuring services comply with safety procedures.
• Follow Animal Welfare Policy and PPE guidelines.
• General electrical work.

Skills

1-year experience as a mechanic or mec

Hydraulics knowledge

Reading & communication

Basic computer skills

Team player

Basic electrical knowledge

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Technical training a plus

Minimum 3 years maintenance experience

Job description

Description

Belstra Group Farms is a pig production organization with over 20 swine farm facilities located in Northwest Indiana. Belstra is in search of individuals to fill farm maintenance positions. The maintenance team is responsible for maintaining and repairing physical structures, buildings, and swine equipment such as automated feed systems, penning for animals, fresh water systems, etc. In addition, this team is responsible for moving building materials to designated areas. The maintenance member must work in compliance with all the company policies, local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):

• Inspection, maintenance, and repairs on small engines, generators, farm specific vehicles (buses, trailers, tractors), etc., including in accordance with factory and industry standards
• Maintaining accurate parts inventory
• Maintaining shop cleanliness
• Keeping vehicle maintenance records and paperwork accurate and up-to-date
• Ensuring services provided are in compliance with safety procedures
• Following the Belstra Group Farms Animal Welfare Policy, and proper PPE safety guidelines
• General electrical work

Physical Demands:

• Regularly lift 50-pounds and at times 100-pounds
• Climb ladders and stairs and work at heights with good body balance
• Ability to regularly walk, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, crawl, crouch, etc.
• Occasional work near moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to swine environment
• Withstand exposure to seasonal weather conditions
• Work from ladders or at high areas of approximately 20-30 feet

Requirements

Skills and Requirements:

• 1-year experience as a mechanic or mechanic assistant preferred
• Knowledge and familiarity of hydraulics, an asset but not required
• Proficient reading, writing, and communication skills
• Basic computer skills, in order to use tablet for service software program
• Ability to work alone or as a team
• Basic Electrical knowledge

Education and Experience:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Technical training not required, but a plus
• Minimum of 3-years maintenance experience
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license, although transportation is provided from the maintenance headquarters to the work site

Safety and Training Requirements:

Employees in this role are required to complete and maintain the following safety trainings, as applicable:

• General New Hire Safety Training
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & Requirements
• Tractor Training
• Forklift Certification
• Confined Spaces
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Electrical Safety
• Hot Work
• Respirator Fit & Training
• Spill Prevention Training
• Scissor Lift, Man Lift, Car Lift, Boom Lift, Telehandler
• Skid Steer
• Excavator & Mini Excavator