On-Site Farm Maintenance Technician I

Iowa Select Farms; Chester (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Select Farms is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician I to perform minor maintenance and repairs across one or more farms. The role focuses on swine facility upkeep, safety, and equipment reliability, reporting to Production Operations.

Responsibilities include tracking repairs, carrying out plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and welding tasks, and ensuring preventative maintenance is completed. Weekend emergency availability and adherence to bio-security are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ISF bio-security policy and report any violations to management team.
• Adhere to ISF animal wellbeing policy and report any violations to management team.
• Adhere to ISF safety policies and procedures, wear appropriate safety equipment (PPE) for tasks, and work safely.
• Utilize the ISF Tools work ticket system to track repairs and materials for each repair.
• Demonstrate general trade knowledge, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and welding.
• Prioritize maintenance and repair items based on highest priority, focusing on animal welfare items.

Skills

General trade knowledge

Welding

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Backhoe operation

Tools

Backhoe operation

Job description

Iowa Select Farms is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician I to perform minor maintenance and repairs across one or more farms. The role focuses on swine facility upkeep, safety, and equipment reliability, reporting to Production Operations.

Responsibilities include tracking repairs, carrying out plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and welding tasks, and ensuring preventative maintenance is completed. Weekend emergency availability and adherence to bio-security are required.