What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Farm Maintenance Associate position at Belstra Milling Company?
General Farm Maintenance
Belstra Group Farms is a pig production organization with over 20 swine farm facilities located in Northwest Indiana. Belstra is in search of individuals to fill farm maintenance positions. The maintenance team is responsible for maintaining and repairing physical structures, buildings, and swine equipment such as automated feed systems, pens for animals, freshwater systems, etc. In addition, this team is responsible for moving building materials to designated areas. The maintenance member must work in compliance with all the company policies, local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
Job Duties and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):
- General plumbing, welding & fabrication, electrical, and carpentry skills
- Routine equipment maintenance
- Use common hand and power tools as well as precision electrical and electronic testing devices
- Follow company guidelines for company vehicle usage
- Keep accurate work records and turn in paperwork daily or as required
- Following the Belstra Group Farms Animal Welfare Policy, and proper PPE safety guidelines
Physical Demands:
- Regularly lift 50-pounds and at times 100-pounds
- Climb ladders and stairs and work at heights with good body balance
- Ability to regularly walk, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, crawl, crouch, etc.
- Occasional work near moving mechanical parts
- Exposure to swine environment
- Withstand exposure to seasonal weather conditions
- Work from ladders or at high areas of approximately 20-30 feet
Skills and Requirements:
- Basic computer skills, in order to use a tablet for service software program
- Ability to work alone or as a team
Education and Experience:
- High school degree or equivalent
- Technical training not required, but a plus
- Minimum of 3-years maintenance experience
- Must possess a valid drivers’ license, although transportation is provided from the maintenance headquarters to the worksite
Interested parties can apply in person at Belstra Milling Administration Building, 308 15th Street SE, DeMotte, IN, 46310 or through really.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
- Basic Computer Skills: 1 year (Preferred)
- Welding: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $20
