Fishkill Farms · 6 days ago
Farm Mechanic & Facilities Manager
Hopewell Junction, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expFishkill Farms is a 3rd-generation, 270 acre fruit and vegetable farm in the Hudson River Valley. They are seeking a Farm Mechanic & Facilities Manager to perform mechanical, buildings, facilities and grounds maintenance and repair on the farm.
Farming
Responsibilities
Maintain and repair a variety of farm machinery and vehicles, including tractors, implements, farm trucks, and small power equipment such as mowers, chainsaws and trimmers. Includes parts ordering
Maintain and repair buildings and greenhouses, including basic knowledge of heating and cooling systems, plumbing and electricity
Manage a crew of one to three to accomplish grounds maintenance responsibilities including: mowing, fencing, landscaping and road maintenance
Collaborate with department managers on special projects, and during peak “pick-your-own” weekends
Document and ensure the maintenance of all on-road vehicles
Timely service and record-keeping for all machines
Lead safety training for new hires on tractors, equipment and forklifts
Maintain a well-organized and equipped workshop
Additional tractor and backhoe work including mowing, ditching, tree removal and other seasonal farm work and field operations as needed
Coordinating with professional repair resources and contractors when appropriate
Responsibility shared with Production Managers for the selection and purchase of new machinery and vehicles
Qualification
Required
At least two years of experience working on farm equipment, small engines and vehicles
A minimum of one year of experience working in construction carpentry or building maintenance
Knowledge of both diesel and gas engines
Some light welding experience
Light carpentry and plumbing experience
Ability to work in a variety of conditions, including a heated workshop, in the field, and in all weather conditions
Valid driver's license
A clean driving record
Your own transportation
Has strong communication skills
Is adept at solving problems
Has managed staff and works collaboratively with others
Is safety and detail oriented and keeps an orderly workspace
Has a minimum of four years of practical and applicable experience
Preferred
Has trade school certification
Has a background in mechanics, carpentry, plumbing and electrical systems
Company
Fishkill Farms
Hudson Valley family farm producing ecologically-grown fruits and certified organic vegetables and berries for Pick-Your-Own, CSA, farmer's markets and wholesale.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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