Mechanic Livestock Feeding Operation

Innovative Livestock Services; Larned (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ward Feed Yard in Larned, KS is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on vehicles and equipment used in large-scale animal agriculture operations. You will support the Maintenance Supervisor and collaborate with location staff to keep operations safe, efficient, and reliable for daily use.

The role requires 2+ years of maintenance experience, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work across mixed fleets.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of verifiable experience in vehicle or equipment maintenance, preferably in agricultural or industrial settings.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of repair methods, tools, and materials.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues across mixed fleets.
• Ability to read, interpret, communicate, and apply information from manuals, safety guidelines, and maintenance documents.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose & Repair pickups, trucks, tractors, loaders, feed trucks, and other agricultural equipment
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on fleet vehicles and farm machinery
• Maintain Maintenance Records and audit daily equipment logs
• Manage Inventory of tools, parts, lubricants, and shop supplies
• Support shop safety, cleanliness, and livestock‑area biosecurity standards
• Participate and work collaboratively with other employees at the location

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Ward Feed Yard - Larned, KS 67550Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneTravel Percentage: NoneMechanic –Livestock Feeding Operation

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on vehicles and equipment used in large‑scale animal agriculture operations, including pickups, trucks, tractors, loaders, and feed trucks. This position plays a key role in keeping our operation running efficiently by ensuring equipment is reliable, safe, and ready for daily use.

You will work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and collaborate with employees across the location to support production and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose & Repair pickups, trucks, tractors, loaders, feed trucks, and other agricultural equipment
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on fleet vehicles and farm machinery
• Maintain Maintenance Records and audit daily equipment logs
• Manage Inventory of tools, parts, lubricants, and shop supplies
• Support shop safety, cleanliness, and livestock‑area biosecurity standards
• Participate and work collaboratively with other employees at the location

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of verifiable experience in vehicle or equipment maintenance, preferably in agricultural or industrial settings
• Strong mechanical knowledge of repair methods, tools, and materials
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues across mixed fleets
• Ability to read, interpret, communicate, and apply information from manuals, safety guidelines, and maintenance documents

Why Join Us?

• Stable, year‑round work in a critical agricultural industry
• Supportive team environment