Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

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. They partner with the management team to create and maintain a safe work environment.

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. They partner with the management team to create and maintain a safe work environment.

• Perform basic mechanical repairs at buildings including plumbing, lighting, heating, air conditioning, etc.
• Check, install, and repair equipment such as chain feed systems, line auger feed systems, Rotem controllers, watering systems, ventilation systems, generators, wells, and septic systems.
• Repair wooden structures, work with chicken wire, replace electrical and plumbing fixtures, cut Plexiglas to fit aluminum frames, conduct routine maintenance on buildings.
• Grease equipment, check equipment operation, and repair if needed; work with PVC waterline and fittings; install Cat6 wiring.

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, flooring, masonry, electrical, welding, roofing, machinery, mechanics, 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 have own tools, including a basic socket set, wrenches, a skin saw, grinder, drill, sawzall, volt meter, level, and tape measure.
• Must be a team player with strong verbal skills and a positive attitude.

• Walk/stand for extended periods.
• Use measuring tools and measure precisely for cutting with power and/or hand tools.
• Move safely over uneven terrain, such as rough ground and floors with shavings.
• Frequently carry or lift objects and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs., including lumber and metal building materials.
• Perform repetitive tasks that require hand/wrist dexterity.
• Work from an aerial lift with fall restraint system at approximately 20 ft.
• Safely pick up materials stored at ground level.
• Apply 50 lbs. of force to push carts.
• Frequently kneel/squat; perform tasks squatting at floor level or on knees.
• Conduct repetitive tasks.
• Use both fixed and portable ladders (step and/or extension ladders).
• Utilize a variety of tools, including drills, hammers, saws, metal grinders, blowtorches, and welders.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, such as ear muffs, ear plugs, safety glasses, welding helmets, work gloves, work boots, harness, etc.
• Drive maintenance van to and from work sites.

• Exposure to airborne particles such as dust and dander.
• Exposure to noise levels sometimes exceeding the 85‑dBA action level set by OSHA; appropriate PPE hearing protection will be provided.
• Exposure to chemicals such as detergents and disinfectants.
• May be exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures, snow, sleet, and ice.
• Exposure to farm‑related smells and foul odors.

Benefits:
Aviagen provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well‑being of our employees. Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company‑observed paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

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.