Service Technician

Hog Slat, Incorporated | Georgia Poultry Equipment Company; Yadkinville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full range of benefits

Growth potential

Job summary

Hog Slat, Incorporated, based in Yadkinville, is seeking a Service Technician with excellent customer service skills and experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing equipment in swine and poultry production facilities.

Ideal candidates will have a solid background in the agricultural sector, especially with hog and poultry operations. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in repairing and replacing electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with the swine/poultry industries and local producers.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair faulty parts & equipment in production facilities.
• Understand customer repair needs and make recommendations.
• Manage warranty claims with the in-store team.

Skills

Customer service skills

Repair of mechanical systems

Electrical system knowledge

Plumbing system knowledge

Driving

Education

Prior experience in swine/poultry industries

2+ years of experience in equipment repair

Tools

Hand tools for electrical and mechanical repairs

Job description

Hog Slat, Inc., is seeking a Service Technician with excellent customer service skills and experience in electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems to join the team at our Yadkinville/Taylorsville, NC location. At Hog Slat, our more than 90 retail locations serve as a major driving force to our position as an industry leader.

As a Service Technician, your primary responsibilities will include troubleshooting and repairing faulty parts & equipment in modern swine and poultry production facilities. Your customer base will include major integrators as well as local swine/poultry operations in and around the Alexander and Yadkin counties.

This is a great opportunity for an individual with on-farm hog/poultry production experience and an aptitude for fixing mechanical parts & equipment. We offer a competitive salary, a full range of benefits, a stimulating, challenging work environment, and growth potential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other functions may be assigned as business conditions change.

• Work with Hog Slat customers to understand their repair needs
• Give customers recommendations on the best parts & equipment available at Hog Slat with which their needs can be addressed
• Repair/replace faulty parts & equipment in area swine and poultry facilities
• Properly bill customers for service work hours
• Work with the Hog Slat in-store team to manage warranty claims
• Take advantage of training opportunities offered by Hog Slat, Inc. and by its vendors

Skill/Knowledge Required

The ideal candidate will have the following experience/educational background.

• Ability to use tools associated with the repair of electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems
• Must possess a drivers license and have a satisfactory driving record
• Familiarity with the swine/poultry industries and the pork/poultry producers in the area
• Knowledge of parts and equipment used in modern hog/poultry facilities
• At least 2 years of prior experience repairing and replacing electrical and mechanical equipment
• Prior experience working with the systems found in modern swine facilities (eg. ventilation, feeding/watering, heating…) is preferred

Hog Slat Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other reason prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.