About the Role
Our Maintenance positions support the health and well-being of our hens by monitoring, enhancing, fixing, and replacing all things that are electrical and mechanical around the farm. Join a cohesive team that works together every day to keep our farms running smoothly! This position uses functional knowledge of operational principles for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic devices. Experience in repairing equipment and facilities is required. Having strength in a specific area of skill is a plus. This position performs work both inside the barns and outside on farm grounds. Being bilingual is a plus, Spanish/ English, but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, enhance, fix, and replace electrical and mechanical equipment on the farm.
- Perform repairs on equipment and facilities.
Requirements
- Experience and knowledge of plumbing, heating, A/C, and general building repairs.
- Effective working independently and as a member of a team.
- Highly effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- A positive attitude.
- Ability to accurately complete required documentation and use technology to track progress.
- Must not currently own, hunt birds, or visit anyone that owns birds (pet bird, backyard flock, etc.).
Skills
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Hydraulic
- Pneumatic
- Plumbing
- Heating
- A/C
- General building repairs
Location
- Farm
Work Type
- Full-time
- 40+ hours/week
- Monday - Friday with rotation weekends
Experience Level
- Experience in repairing equipment and facilities required
Salary/Compensations
- $26 - $30 per hour
- Starting pay $22 - $28 (hourly) depending on experience
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Plan
- Referral Program
- Free farm fresh eggs
About the Company
- Kreher Family Farms is a 3rd and 4th generation, family-owned and operated business, established in 1924.
- The farm operations include compost, fertilizer, and crop productions for hens and customers.
- The company values its people as part of the farm family and fosters an environment for professional learning and growth.
