Projects Maintenance Engineer (Carlyle,IL)

The Maschhoffs; Carlyle (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HDHP health plan options

Dental coverage options

Vision benefits

Life Insurance (basic)

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including life event and

Volunteer day each year

Job summary

The Maschhoffs in Carlyle, IL is seeking a skilled Facilities & Maintenance Technician to install, operate, maintain, and repair farm machinery and systems to meet specifications.

You will diagnose issues, coordinate with engineers and management, and ensure safe, efficient operation across the facility while supporting day-to-day production and on-call needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required in a related field.
• 1–2 years of mechanical repair/maintenance experience preferred.
• Clean driving record required.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and ventilation systems.
• Ability to operate and service farm equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain or repair machinery and equipment per specifications.
• Research, design, evaluate and maintain mechanical systems and processes.
• Consult with engineers/management to implement procedures and resolve malfunctions.
• Direct installation and maintenance of HVAC or water systems.
• Diagnose facility challenges and provide plausible solutions.
• Coordinate maintenance procedures, schedules and material supply.
• Collaborate with farm staff to ensure quality workmanship and safety.
• Promote safe work habits and maintain a safe environment.
• Manage the work order system and prioritize issues.
• Perform day-to-day production activities as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Ventilation systems

Microsoft Office

Electrical testing

Operating machinery

Welding

Carpentry

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HVAC equipment

Electrical testing equipment

Tractors & farm machinery

Welding equipment

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 6, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Carlyle, IL 62231, USA

• On-site
• Facilities & Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PROJE004890

Description

Duties & Functions:

• Perform installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
• Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, or maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems or processes to meet requirements.
• Confer with maintenance project engineers and management to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information. Provide technical customer service on farm to reduce disruption to day-to-day operations.
• Direct the installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of equipment, such as heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or water systems.
• Diagnose and provide plausible solutions for electrical, ventilation, and other facility challenges that arise throughout the facility.
• Establish or coordinate the maintenance or safety procedures, service schedule, or supply of materials required to maintain machines or equipment in the prescribed condition.
• Collaborate and closely align with farm manager and staff to deliver best in class quality products and workmanship.
• Promote safe work habits and maintain a safe working environment.
• Manage the work order system, prioritizing open work orders to resolve the most important issues first but not losing track of lesser priority issues.
• Perform day-to-day production activities as needed.
• Comply with Animal Care standards and adhere to principles contained within the Core Values and the Animal Care Stakeholder Commitment Statement.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelors degree required

Major(s): Mechanical Engineering, Welding, Construction, Electrical, or similar areas of study

Minimum Years of Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of mechanical equipment repair and/or maintenance experience, preferably within the swine industry. 2-3 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelors Degree.

License or Certification: Must have a clean driving record

Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Electrical, plumbing, and ventilation systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Fuse boxes and electrical testing equipment
• Operating and servicing equipment, i.e. tractors, skidders, grinders and ATV’s
• Machinery and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance

Skilled In:

• Uncompromising commitment to customer service
• Adaptation to new and changing technology
• General computing and the ability to manage workload through mobile handheld devices.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communications
• Strong interpersonal relations
• Cross divisional communication and relationship building
• Welding and Fabricating
• General Carpentry

Ability to:

• Work independently, as well as part of a team
• Follow verbal\\written instructions
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Work on rotating weekend shifts\\ 24-7 on call
• Execute mechanical repairs on (but not limited to) feed motors, gearboxes, fan motors, belts and bearings, feed line augers, boar bots and mortality removal equipment.
• Work overhead while standing on a ladder

Physical Demands:

Climbing: 20% - 40%

Crawling/Stooping: 20% - 40%

Hearing: Over 70%

Heavy Lifting: 20% - 40% Up to 60 Lbs

Manual Dexterity: 20% - 40%

Pushing/Pulling: 20% - 40%

Speaking: Over 70%

Standing: Over 70%

Visual: Over 70%

Walking: Over 70%

Compensation and Benefits:

Targeted pay range of $19.95 - $29.94 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

The Maschhoffs offers full-time regular employees a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
• Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
• Group rate vision benefits.
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.
• A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.
• A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
• Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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