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Maintenance and Reliability TechnicianChristensen Farms • Atkinson, Nebraska, USA
Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Maintenance and Reliability Technician

Christensen Farms • Atkinson, Nebraska, USA
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Christensen Farms is one of the largest family-owned pork producers in the United States marketing approximately 3 million hogs per year. Headquartered in Sleepy Eye Minnesota our 50 year old company operates throughout the Midwest with facilities in Minnesota Iowa Nebraska Illinois and South Dakota. Christensen Farms owns three feed mills manages 140000 sows on 44 farms and oversees more than 350 nurseries and grow-finish sites. Our organization employs nearly 1000 people and maintains 1500 contract partnerships. We are an industry leader with a proven commitment to ethical practices food safety and nutrition. Join our team!

Position Overview :

The Maintenance and Reliability Technician will be responsible for performing technical maintenance and repairs on swine facility equipment and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have expertise in electrical systems mechanical systems and general facility maintenance. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work effectively within a team to ensure the smooth operation of swine production processes. The ideal candidate will also suggest process improvements using data supported decision making.

From Our Manager :

If youre someone who enjoys learning new skills and tackling different challenges each day youll thrive in this role. Adaptability isnt just helpful itss a path to growth here.

  • Hiring Manager

What You Will Do :

  • Conduct diagnostic assessments and perform repairs on electrical and mechanical systems within swine facilities including automated feeding systems climate control systems and waste management equipment.
  • Execute preventative maintenance tasks to ensure optimal functioning of all equipment and machinery minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
  • Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve issues promptly ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
  • Perform structural repairs and maintenance on facility buildings including general carpentry plumbing and welding tasks.
  • Ensure all infrastructure is maintained to high standards of cleanliness safety and functionality.
  • Perform the maintenance and repair of farm vehicles ensuring they are in safe working condition .
  • Work closely with production staff and other maintenance personnel to coordinate repair and maintenance activities ensuring minimal disruption to swine production processes.
  • Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Adhere to all biosecurity protocols and ensure all maintenance activities support the health and welfare of the swine population.

    • What You Offer Us :

  • Minimum of 1 year of maintenan ce experience preferred preferably within the agricultural or livestock industries.
  • Proficiency in electrical systems mechanical systems plumbing and general facility maintenance preferred. Experience with swine facility equipment is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills ability to work independently and as part of a team and commitment to maintaining high standards of animal welfare and facility operations.

    • What We Offer You :

  • A strong leadership career track with opportunities to grow.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health dental vision a flexible spending account (FSA) life insurance short-term disability long-term disability a 401(k) plan paid holidays paid time off bank an employee assistance program (EAP) and more.
  • Be an active part of an organization that gives back to the community in many ways including feed programs that support local farms food shelf programs food support for veterans agriculture education and promotion FFA / 4H support charitable contributions etc.
  • A company that has a passionate purpose for food safety animal welfare and for living its core values every day respect integrity excellence adaptability and innovation.
  • A culture that fosters employee growth hybrid work options promotion from within and a highly team-oriented workplace environment.
  • The targeted base pay range for this role is $ 21 to $ 28 an hour with this range reflecting differences in candidate knowledge skills and experience.

    • Reports To : M&R Branch Manager

    Christensen Farms promotes a culture of inclusion and strives to attract a diverse set of candidates for each of our open positions. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and proud to offer employment and growth opportunities to all candidates without regard to race color ancestry religion gender national origin pregnancy sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or veteran status.

    Required Experience :

    IC

    Key Skills

    Electrical Experience,eMaint,Industrial Maintenance,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,Property Maintenance,Maintenance,Painting,Plumbing,Hydraulics,Programmable Logic Controllers,Troubleshooting

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Hourly Salary Salary : 21 - 28

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