On-Site Farm Maintenance Technician

Iowa Select Farms; Lenox Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Select Farms is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician for a single farm (or a small group) reporting to Production Operations. You will handle minor maintenance and repairs across swine facilities and equipment, ensuring safety and bio-security standards are met.

Qualifications include general trade knowledge in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding, and a valid driver’s license. Weekend on-call may be required and you will manage on-site parts inventory.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience is preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ISF bio-security, animal wellbeing, and safety policies.
• Use the ISF Tools system to track repairs and materials.
• Demonstrate general trade knowledge (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding).
• Prioritize maintenance; animal welfare items are urgent.
• Work weekends for emergency maintenance as needed.
• Maintain on-site parts inventory for routine repairs.
• Repair/replace curtain systems, feedlines, ventilation, waterlines, and building envelope components.
• Operate heavy machinery (Backhoe, Mowers, Tractors, trucks).
• Assist in well pumps, water meters, and seasonal site tasks.
• Keep site free of debris and maintain appearance.

Skills

General maintenance

Troubleshooting

Multi-trade knowledge

Heavy equipment operation

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

ISF Tools system

Welding

HVAC/ventilation repair

Job description

Iowa Select Farms is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician for a single farm (or a small group) reporting to Production Operations. You will handle minor maintenance and repairs across swine facilities and equipment, ensuring safety and bio-security standards are met.

Qualifications include general trade knowledge in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding, and a valid driver’s license. Weekend on-call may be required and you will manage on-site parts inventory.