What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance I position at Aviagen Inc?
Job Description Summary:
We are hiring Maintenance people to join our team. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of general maintenance function to ensure safe working conditions and to meet or exceed regulatory compliance. Partners with management team to create and maintain a safe work environment.Job Description:
- Perform basic mechanical repairs at our buildings including plumbing,
lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
- Check, install, and repair equipment, which includes, chain feed systems,
line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation
systems, generators, wells and septic systems.
- Works 3 days 12 hour shift and one day 6 hour shift for a total of 42 hours weekly.
Qualifications:
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical,
welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, heating, ventilation and air
conditioning (HVAC).
• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow task specific instructions,
such as Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.
Physical Requirements:
• A person in this position is expected to walk/stand for extended periods.
• Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighting up to 40 lbs.,
including lumber and metal building materials
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.
• Ability to work from aerial lift w/fall restraint system at around 20 ft.
• Must be able to safely pick up materials stored at ground level.
• Must be able to apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• Must be able to frequently kneel/squat
• Must be capable of performing tasks squatting at floor level or on
knees.
• Must be able to conduct repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to use both fixed and portable ladders (step and/or
extension ladders).
Work Conditions:
• Exposed at times to airborne particles, such as dust and dander.
• Exposed to various noise levels, sometimes exceeding the 85-dBA action
level set by OSHA. Proper PPE hearing protection will be provided by
in these areas.
• Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be
exposed to chemicals, such as detergents, and disinfectants.
• Exposed to farm related smells and foul odors.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
