Maintenance & Repair Technician - Schwartz Farms, Inc.

Join Schwartz Farms, Inc. as a Full-Time Maintenance & Repair Technician and experience the thrill of working hands-on in a dynamic environment that thrives on excellence! This onsite position allows you to troubleshoot and repair essential equipment that directly supports animal care, turning every day into a new adventure. You'll work alongside a family of dedicated professionals who are committed to integrity and respect while providing you with on-the-job training to enhance your skills. Here at Schwartz Farms, we value excellence and integrity, offering you a dynamic environment that fosters respect and adaptability. You'll embrace exciting challenges daily while being part of a welcoming family-oriented culture that values growth and teamwork.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to grow your career in a welcoming environment where your contributions are valued. Join our enthusiastic team and unleash your potential where your skills create a real impact! Apply today and be a part of our community! We look forward to hearing from you!

LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES:

Schwartz Farms, Inc. was founded in 1978 and at the time was predominantly involved in crop farming. Although Schwartz Farms is still involved in farming, today's primary operations are within the pork industry. Schwartz Farms, Inc. employs over 550 full-time individuals, and owns sows in the upper Midwest, predominantly in Minnesota, Kansas, Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. We also utilize approximately 300 independent contractors. As a premier pork producer, Schwartz Farms embraces itself for a challenging and rewarding future.

POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:

As a new Full Time Maintenance & Repair Technician at Schwartz Farms, Inc., you can expect an engaging and hands-on experience! The purpose of the Maintenance Technician is to provide general maintenance and construction support to all company-owned and company-managed production facilities, including but not limited to areas of plumbing, welding, carpentry, painting, electrical and machine and vehicle servicing, remodeling and assigned new construction projects. When needed, individual will be tasked to assist with other necessary barn chores assigned by supervisor. Full-time position with rotating on-call weekends as discussed also with supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Specifically, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for the following activities:

• Maintain, repair and rebuild various production mechanisms and equipment to ensure effective operation, including but not limited to loading chutes, crates, gates, ventilation system components, curtains, power washers, feed and water systems
• Provide general maintenance and upkeep on company-owned buildings to prevent deterioration, including but not limited to building partitions, walls, roofs & roof systems, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, concrete repairs and other parts of building structures
• Perform general, preventative maintenance service and repairs on air-conditioning and heating systems
• Provide general plumbing repair and installation
• Provide minor electrical repair and installation
• Ensure the proper planning and completion of new construction, minor remodeling and ad hoc projects as assigned
• Ensure proper & timely Company documentation & record keeping requirements are being met.
• Develop and maintain knowledge in the procedures and safety measures in the areas of plumbing, welding, carpentry, painting, machine servicing, electrical and/or vehicle servicing
• Coordinate and work with vendors on obtaining necessary parts and supplies, procuring assistance with escalated projects, etc.
• Advocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuse
• Adhere to all company vehicle policies, and follow all local, state and federal regulations associated with operating a motor vehicle
• Demonstrate, promote and adhere to all Company safety policies
• Be knowledgeable and adhere to all Company bio-security protocols
• As required, respond to emergencies after normal business hours; incumbent will maintain a disposition permitting him/her adhere to the above when on call and waiting to be engaged
• Assist with barn chores as needed assigned by supervisor

The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Additional duties may be assigned as they arise.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:

Position may involve non-standard business hours in the event of emergency repairs. Incumbent may carry out several different tasks in a day, or at any number of locations, and may have to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects and work in uncomfortable, awkward or cramped positions, or on ladders. As a result of distance traveled, may involve overnight stay.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of general mechanical skills, including general carpentry, welding, electrical, plumbing & concrete experience
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills
• Previous plumbing, painting, machine servicing, electrical and/or vehicle servicing experience preferred, or a combination thereof
• Must maintain a clean driving record