Feed Mill & Elevator Maintenance Technician

Hord Family Farms; Bucyrus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Hord Farms is seeking a Feed Mill & Elevator Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment at our feed mill and elevator. The ideal candidate has general farming knowledge and hands-on skills in mechanics, welding, hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.

Join a long-standing family farm in North Central Ohio, with a focus on reliable equipment and safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of farming and mechanical operations.
• Ability to understand complex instructions and perform complex tasks.
• Organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer knowledge with Windows, Excel, and email.
• Ability to lift more than 100 pounds and climb more than 170 feet.
• Work mainly outdoors during all seasons with a lot of physical activity.
• Work 45-50 hours per week including on call and weekend work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work on Feed Mill and Elevator equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on grain elevators, feed mills, conveyors, augers, bucket elevators, dryers, mixers, grinders, and related equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, or safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with installation, alignment, and commissioning of new or upgraded equipment.
• Replace belts, motors, and bearings as needed or advised by senior maintenance team.
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and minor machining as needed.
• Troubleshoot motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and control systems.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and support after-hours maintenance when required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts usage records.
• Coordinate with operations staff to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and throughout the facility.
• Adhere to farm bio-security and safety procedures.

Skills

Farming knowledge

Mechanical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Basic computer skills

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Tools

Welding

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Pneumatic controls

Plumbing

Carpentry

Job description

At Hord Farms, our success relies on our people and processes. We're currently seeking a Feed Mill & Elevator Maintenance Technician to add to our team. This position focuses on preventative maintenance and repairs at our Feed Mill and Elevator for all equipment associated with each area. The ideal candidate will have general knowledge of farming and mechanical operations. In addition, experience with mechanics, welding, hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry are key to thriving in this role.

Who We Are

The Hord family is in its 5th generation of family farming, with over 100 years of farming heritage. Headquartered in North Central Ohio, Hord Farms is a diversified pig, cow, and grain farm, striving to raise our animals and crops with care and utilize modern practices to be efficient and sustainable.

A Day in the Life

• Work on Feed Mill and Elevator equipment
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on grain elevators, feed mills, conveyors, augers, bucket elevators, dryers, mixers, grinders, and related equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, or safety hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Assist with installation, alignment, and commissioning of new or upgraded equipment
• Replace belts, motors, and bearings when needed or advised by senior maintenance team
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and minor machining as needed
• Troubleshoot motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and control systems
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and support after-hours maintenance when required
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts usage records
• Coordinate with operations staff to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and throughout the facility
• Adhere to farm bio-security and safety procedures set forth by leadership

What You Need

• General knowledge of farming and mechanical operations
• Ability to understand complex instructions and perform complex tasks
• Organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer knowledge with windows, excel, and email
• Ability to lift more than 100 pounds and climb more than 170 feet
• Work mainly outdoors during all seasons with a great deal of physical activity
• Work 45-50 hours per week including on call availability and weekend work as needed

Willing to Learn

• Experience with mechanics, welding, hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
• Strong background with mechanical, electrical, and preventative maintenance
• Basic knowledge of PLC controls inputs and outputs
• Basic knowledge of high voltage electric, low voltage controls, and pneumatic controls

Your Rewards

• Competitive wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at less than $35/pay for our base plan).
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth