Feed Maintenance Tech

NEW Cooperative Inc.; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW Cooperative is seeking a maintenance technician to inspect and repair facilities, equipment, and systems across the grounds. You will manage maintenance projects, respond to emergencies, and support safety and compliance while coordinating with supervisors and vendors.

Responsibilities include electrical repairs, welding, carpentry, and metal fabrication, with a focus on reliable facilities operation. CDL is strongly advised and professional certifications are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and insured to drive.
• Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is strongly recommended.
• Journeyman electrical certification is strongly recommended.
• Master electrician certification is encouraged.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical work and electrical codes.
• Proficient in welding, metalwork, carpentry, and other hands‑on skills.
• Good problem solving and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair buildings, equipment, and systems for efficient operations.
• Perform maintenance projects and respond to maintenance emergencies.
• Maintain service truck and inventory; assist supervisor with stocking.
• Repair grain shots, augers, dryers, and facility components, especially electrical work.
• Place orders for repair parts and perform various repairs (electrical, plumbing, construction).
• Assist with safety inspections and ensure compliance with codes.
• Work with contractors on building projects and upkeep of facilities.
• Troubleshoot problems and participate in training to improve performance.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Safety conscious

Education

Journeyman electrical certification

Master electrician certification

Class A CDL license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electrical testing tools

Welding equipment

Metal fabrication tools

Job description

Build Your Career with NEW Cooperative

At NEW Cooperative, we’re committed to supporting agriculture, strengthening our communities, and investing in our people. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we provide meaningful career opportunities across operations, agronomy, grain, feed, energy, transportation, administration, technology, and corporate services.

Whether you’re just beginning your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a team that values safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference every day.

Explore the position below to see how you can become part of the NEW Cooperative team.

Position Summary/Objective: Inspect and repair buildings, equipment, and systems to ensure efficient operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following:

Maintenance

• Maintain all facilities on the grounds in these locations and perform the necessary repairs should the need arise.
• Complete maintenance projects.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies, even outside the hours of the workday.
• Maintain a service truck that is equipped for its maintenance calls.
• Work towards the ability to independently perform maintenance tasks.
• Aid the supervisor in maintaining an accurate and adequately stocked inventory in the shop warehouse, office, and service truck.

Repairs

• Repair grain shots, augers, dryers, and other parts of the facility, primarily focusing on the electrical side of repairs.
• Place orders for repair parts as needed.
• Perform electrical, plumbing, construction, remodeling, wiring, and metal fabrication.

Safety & Regulations

• Work with supervisor to prepare for compliance inspections.
• Ensure that the facility is up to code, specifically electric.
• Attend and participate in all safety meetings as requested.

Building Projects

• Work with contractors and construction companies working on projects or the facility.
• Participate in upkeep of existing facilities and construction of new ones.

Other

• Troubleshoot to solve problems as they arise.
• Attending training requested by supervisor will enable better work performance.
• Communicate and maintain good relationships with vendors, contractors, and facility operators.

Basic Employment Expectations:

Safety

• Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE.
• Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
• Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
• Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.

Communication

• Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
• Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.

Accountability & Professionalism

• Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
• Carries a fair share of the workload.
• Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
• Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
• Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.

Customer Service

• Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.

Personal/Professional Development

• Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
• Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be licensed and insured to drive.
• Have or ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is strongly recommended.
• Journeyman electrical certification is strongly recommended.
• Master electrician certification is encouraged.
• Willing to earn certifications as asked by supervisor.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suit platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical work and understanding of electrical codes.
• Must be proficient in welding, metalwork, carpentry, and other hands‑on skills.
• Possesses problem solving capabilities and understands the operational process of all cooperative facilities.
• Must possess an array of interpersonal communication skills for interacting with varying personalities, roles, circumstances.
• Must have strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes of plans and coordinate those changes efficiently.
• Have background knowledge of electrical, plumbing, construction, remodeling, concrete, wiring, metal fabrication, and basic mechanics.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be men by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position will occasionally work in an explosive atmosphere, risk of electrical shock, or vibration.

Position will frequently work in wet or humid (non-weather) conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions.

Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.

NEW Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.