Maintenance Worker

OBJECTIVE:
Complete general maintenance and repairs along with all general upkeep of the farm, directed by the manager and supported by PRM. Timely and quality work and respect to the facilities while working.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (other duties as assigned)

• Assisting with a variety of repairs across the farm
• Assist with composting procedures
• Operation of heavy equipment; tractors, payloaders, etc.
• Exterior facility upkeep, not limited to snow removal, lawn care, general upkeep
• Assist transport with washing if needed

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Experience:      
One year mechanical-related experience
Strong desire to learn equipment operations and perform repairs and maintenance 
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with operational leaders 
Profit driven, customer oriented and have the ability to apply independent thinking and judgment to address conflict resolution             

Work Environment:
Agricultural swine environment in rural area
Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas

Physical Requirements: 
Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day
Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling
Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull
Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds
Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as needed
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths

Additional Requirements:
Must qualify to drive a company vehicle per insurance company requirements based on MVR