What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preventive Maintenance Technician position at Adams Land & Cattle, LLC?
Job Details
Description
Our preventive maintenance team supports our operations through the maintenance, upkeep and cleaning of our fleet of equipment. We are looking for a team player with mechanical experience to join our preventive maintenance team, with an ideal candidate being a self-motivated and action-oriented individual.
This person will be responsible for:
- Supporting the Adams Land & Cattle Safety Program and exemplifying safety expectations.
- Safely operating equipment (e.g. tractors, pay loaders, mobile hospitals, trucks, and trailers).
- Coordinating an effective and efficient vehicle/equipment preventative maintenance program that maximizes functionality, reliability, and longevity.
- Scheduling equipment maintenance with area leaders.
- Understanding ALCC equipment inventory, maintenance/service intervals, service requirements, and inspection of equipment.
- Completing on-time preventative (planned) maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and/or facilities (e.g. Mill).
- Applying lubricants to equipment/vehicle components.
- Thoroughly inspecting equipment and vehicles.
- Understanding fluids, appropriate application and replenishment quantities for engines and equipment/vehicles.
- Completing work orders after vehicle/equipment service.
- Working closely with all areas of operations and communicating the work group’s plans to all affected areas/departments.
- Providing consultation and education on correct operation, maintenance, and preventative measures to equipment/vehicles users.
- Assisting with general upkeep, maintenance, service, and repair of feedyard facilities and equipment.
- Working effectively in a team environment to complete the necessary daily tasks.
- As time permits and/or when business needs arise, assist with other activities including, but not limited to:
- Operating a fuel truck to deliver fuel to various locations.
- Documenting and ensuring fuel delivery sheets are maintained with accuracy.
- Operating a large articulating truck with a water truck configuration for dust mitigation.
- Maintaining, cleaning, washing, and disinfecting equipment and facilities.
- Assisting with the expedient and safe movement of equipment in and around washing facility.
- Applying lubricants to equipment/vehicle components.
- Fueling equipment.
Ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
- Commitment to safety and quality culture.
- Proven experience as a preventative maintenance mechanic.
- Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components of equipment and vehicles.
- General operation of equipment.
- Comfortable with fresh water washing facilities.
- Very good problem-solving ability.
- Driven, organized, action-oriented, analytical, and ability to multi-task.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Must work well in a team-oriented environment.
Qualifications
This position requires:
- Ability and willingness to perform physical labor in an outdoor environment and in adverse weather conditions.
- Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally; 25-50 pounds of force frequently; 10-20 pounds of force constantly.
- Standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching/handling/grasping and stairs continuously. Carrying, lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling, kneeling/crouching, climbing and crawling frequently. Sitting occasionally.
- Valid driver's license.
Compensation Details:
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$18.00-$23.00 per hour
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Comprehensive Benefits which begin on Day 1 of employment (including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, bonus plan, company match 401(k), and more!)
About Us:
Located in Broken Bow, Nebraska, Adams Land & Cattle (ALCC) began in 1945 as a small dairy farm on 300 acres east of Broken Bow. Today, ALCC remains family-owned, but has grown into a multi-location operation with finishing lots in Nebraska and more than one-hundred backgrounding locations throughout the US and Canada. Recognized as one of the premier cattle feeding operations in the world, ALCC is a distinguished and innovative leader in agribusiness, providing consistent and quality beef while utilizing best practices to ensure food safety, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship. Visit our website to learn more!
Salary : $18 - $23
