On-Site Farm Maintenance Technician I

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

Job summary

Iowa Select Farms in Iowa seeks a Maintenance Technician I to perform on-site maintenance at one farm (or small group), reporting to Production Operations. This role focuses on keeping swine facilities and equipment in good repair and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment.

You will handle minor repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry and welding, maintain safety and bio-security policies, and manage a parts inventory while supporting weekend on-call and emergency needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in general trades including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and welding.
• Willingness to work weekends for emergency maintenance needs.
• On-site maintenance experience preferred at a farm or industrial setting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Iowa Select Farms bio-security, animal wellbeing, and safety policies.
• Use ISF Tools work ticket system to track repairs and parts.
• Prioritize repairs with emphasis on animal welfare items (feed, water, air, containment).
• Maintain on-site parts inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Operate heavy machinery (e.g., backhoe, tractors) when required.

Skills

General trades knowledge

Welding

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Safety awareness

Tools

Backhoe

Mowers

Snow blowers

Hydro Clean Machine

Tractors

Water pumps

Ventilation systems

Job description

Iowa Select Farms in Iowa seeks a Maintenance Technician I to perform on-site maintenance at one farm (or small group), reporting to Production Operations. This role focuses on keeping swine facilities and equipment in good repair and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment.

You will handle minor repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry and welding, maintain safety and bio-security policies, and manage a parts inventory while supporting weekend on-call and emergency needs.