Aviagen
Maintenance III Team Member
We are hiring highly experienced Maintenance III team members. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the maintenance function to ensure safe working conditions and to meet or exceed regulatory compliance. And 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 incubators, hatchers, waste tanks, chick counters, etc. Work with chicken wire, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures Cut Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames Routine maintenance on buildings Check to ensure equipment is operating properly and repair if needed. Work with PVC waterline and fittings, installing Cat6 wiring. Physical Requirements:
A person in this position is expected to walk/stand for extended periods. Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighting up to 50 lbs., including lumber and metal building materials. Ability to use measuring tools and measure precisely for cutting with power and/or hand tools. 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). Utilize a variety of tools, including, but not limited to, drills, hammers, saws, metal grinders, blowtorches, and welders. Tools used mainly consist of power tools, but some hand tools are also used. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for identified tasks, such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets, work gloves, work boots, harness, etc. 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. Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be exposed to chemicals, such as detergents and disinfectants. May be exposed to very hot temperatures, very cold temperatures, snow, sleet, ice, etc. Exposed to farm-related smells and foul odors. 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.
We are hiring highly experienced Maintenance III team members. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the maintenance function to ensure safe working conditions and to meet or exceed regulatory compliance. And 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 incubators, hatchers, waste tanks, chick counters, etc. Work with chicken wire, replacing electrical and plumbing fixtures Cut Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames Routine maintenance on buildings Check to ensure equipment is operating properly and repair if needed. Work with PVC waterline and fittings, installing Cat6 wiring. Physical Requirements:
A person in this position is expected to walk/stand for extended periods. Frequently carry/lift objects and equipment weighting up to 50 lbs., including lumber and metal building materials. Ability to use measuring tools and measure precisely for cutting with power and/or hand tools. 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). Utilize a variety of tools, including, but not limited to, drills, hammers, saws, metal grinders, blowtorches, and welders. Tools used mainly consist of power tools, but some hand tools are also used. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for identified tasks, such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets, work gloves, work boots, harness, etc. 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. Over the course of assigned tasks, a person in this position will be exposed to chemicals, such as detergents and disinfectants. May be exposed to very hot temperatures, very cold temperatures, snow, sleet, ice, etc. Exposed to farm-related smells and foul odors. 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.