What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic - Nekoosa, WI position at AGRI-Alliance?
Position Description
Under the direction of the Manager, Wysocki Family Farms is seeking a mechanically inclined individual to join our team that will be responsible for safely maintaining various types of farm and operating equipment. Career Ladders were developed for our team members to be able to grow and broaden their mechanical skills. This is a full-time, year-round, position that offers a competitive benefits and compensation package.
Qualifications
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Driver’s License Required with an acceptable driving record
Experience with maintenance, troubleshooting and using tools
Experience maintaining farm equipment preferred
Job Responsibilities
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and inform supervisors about concerns such as but no limited to faulty equipment design, and unsafe working conditions •
Works with Conveyors, replaces belts, bearings and other duties as assigned
Maintains quality and quantity expectations
Safely maintain various types of farm equipment including but not limited to trucks, tractors and equipment, skid steers and loaders
Test and troubleshoot machinery
Replace and instill parts as needed
Keep equipment updated and operational when it is needed
Perform routine inspections of equipment and ensure equipment operating efficiently
Open and close work orders with appropriate documentation and details
May be required to travel locally and work different hours based on the needs of the organization
Skills / Competencies
Quality work – Must promote, demonstrate and take pride in safe workmanship.
Critical Thinker – Must be able to tactfully challenge and stimulate change processes
Effective Communicator –listens and encourages open communication and sharing of ideas amongst team members
Technology Driven – Demonstrates understanding and use of various software
Flexibility – Able to adapt to business needs
Mechanical Aptitude
Ability to communicate clearly with others by explaining, listening to instructions and problem solving with team members
Strong work ethic
Willingness to learn
Self-directed and ability to work independently to keep operations moving
Physical Demands
This position requires typical physical demands for farm labor, such as walking, standing, reaching, stooping, squatting, lifting up to 50 lbs routinely and up to 75 lbs occasionally, working indoors and outdoors in cold, hot or wet conditions on uneven surfaces. Able to handle physical workload. Willing to work seven days a week during planting and harvest seasons. Ability to work year round, extended hours and outdoors when required
Wysocki Family Farms is an EEO
