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Vital Farms · 1 day ago

Maintenance Tech, Accelerator Farms

English, Indiana

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

Vital Farms is a Certified B Corporation focused on ethically produced foods, and they are seeking a Maintenance Technician to support their Accelerator Farms operations. The role involves maintaining various systems and equipment on the farm, ensuring proper operation through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.

AgricultureFarmingFood and BeverageOrganic Food

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintenance on farm/farms in a designated area

Ensure proper operation and repair of all mechanical and electrical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and work orders on farm equipment; including layer equipment, electrical equipment, and facilities equipment, by: troubleshooting, repairing, replacement, by following diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, maintenance manuals, manufacturer's instructions, engineering specifications; and also, at times, the Internet

Follow all LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) safety procedures, including Non-Routine task documentation

Perform formal failure analysis as needed (5 Whys/ RCA) for breakdowns

Locate sources of problems by troubleshooting and observing mechanical and electrical devices in operation; listening for problems; and by using precision measuring and testing instruments

Safely remove defective parts by dismantling devices using proper hand and power tools while examining parts for wear and defects

Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, test instruments, and power tools

Troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment by safely using proper testing equipment and procedures. May deal with low voltage and high voltage electrical equipment (120-480vac, 12-48vdc)

Operate heavy machinery in enclosed spaces safely

Follow all Bio-security protocols

Minimize downtime through critical customer service and attention to detail, and by informing/training production crew members of the proper use and operation of the equipment

Maintain equipment, parts, and material inventories by identifying critical spare parts, checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders, and by verifying receipt

Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests from crew members

Assist the maintenance team with the development of Preventative Maintenance procedures

Maintain and develops technical knowledge by attending training workshops; reviewing technical publications; studying user and maintenance manuals and establishing personal networks with contractors, vendors, and manufacture technicians

Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuous improvement

Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Contribute to the team with a positive attitude and desire to learn. Always willing to assist with all duties assigned to them or not

Assist Farm Associates with Barn Cleanouts/ and other tasks as needed

Qualification

Mechanical skillsElectrical skillsTroubleshootingPreventive maintenanceProblem-solving skillsPhysical staminaAgriculture backgroundCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Associates degree and or certifications in maintenance field preferred

3+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred

Located within commutable distance (approx. 45 mins) to assigned farm(s) in Southern Indiana

Ability to travel 10% for company events, team meetings and other business needs

Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary to support farm emergencies

Mechanical and Electrical skills – Comfortable using hand and power tools to perform mechanical and electrical repairs on a variety of industrial machines, including dealing with 24-489vac, 24-48vdc, PCs, VFDs, and PLCs

Troubleshooting – Ability to follow steps to isolate and address mechanical issues

Troubleshooting- Can read electrical schematics

Physical stamina and dexterity – Need to be dexterous enough to maneuver around large pieces of machinery and should have the physical stamina needed to spend long shifts on their feet. Can lift up to 50lbs unassisted

Ability to work one weekend to cover territory emergencies

On call work environment for off hour emergencies

Comfortable outdoors and in high/low temperatures

Comfortable working in dusty environments

Comfortable working in confined spaces

Comfortable operating agricultural equipment

Must have a state approved and valid driver's license in good standing

Problem-solving skills – Problem-solving skills are central in this role, to devise solutions to keep machinery working safely without impacting efficiency

Communication skills – Possess solid written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy

Experience- Agriculture background is a plus, with machinery operating experience

You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of

You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day

You can walk in someone else's boots – You seek to understand other's viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table

You don't walk on eggshells – You're not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations