Farm Mechanic & Grounds Maintenance Tech

Schwartz Farms Inc.; Granite Falls (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Schwartz Farms Inc. in Minnesota, USA is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Mechanical & Grounds (Farm Mechanic) to support maintenance and repair across production facilities. Responsibilities include mechanical repairs, yard upkeep, plumbing, electrical tasks, and equipment servicing.

The role requires versatility across shop work, field operations, and building maintenance, with an emphasis on safety and reliability. On-call emergencies may be required.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general mechanical skills, including carpentry, welding, electrical, plumbing and concrete work.
• Strong communication, multi-tasking, problem solving and forward thinking skills.
• Previous plumbing, painting, machine servicing, electrical and/or vehicle servicing experience preferred, or a combination thereof.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Yard maintenance, including mowing, weed control and snow removal.
• Shop maintenance, including maintaining and organizing shop.
• Equipment maintenance, including welding and mechanical repairs.
• Farm fleet servicing, including tractors, bobcats, semis, trucks, trailers, lawn mowers, four wheelers, generators.
• Field operations, including working with custom farming operators, as directed.
• Provide general maintenance and upkeep on company-owned buildings to prevent deterioration.
• Perform general, preventative maintenance on air-conditioning and heating systems.
• Provide general plumbing repair and installation.
• Provide minor electrical repair and installation.
• Coordinate and work with vendors on obtaining necessary parts and supplies.

Skills

General mechanical skills

Welding

Carpentry

Electrical & plumbing experience

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Forward thinking

Valid driver's license

Job description

Schwartz Farms Inc. in Minnesota, USA is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Mechanical & Grounds (Farm Mechanic) to support maintenance and repair across production facilities. Responsibilities include mechanical repairs, yard upkeep, plumbing, electrical tasks, and equipment servicing.

The role requires versatility across shop work, field operations, and building maintenance, with an emphasis on safety and reliability. On-call emergencies may be required.