Job Duties & Accountabilities

Typical Duties of the Feed Mill Maintenance Technician:

Preventative Maintenance:

Completion of all routine preventative maintenance (PM) checks, lubrication, etc.

Completion of all PM checklist items and documentation and communicate the status of these at

shift change and team meetings

Communication of any issues identified to Mill Management

Routine Repairs:

Complete any routine repairs in a timely manner and all tasks efficiently and thoroughly with

emphasis on a like new result

Promote safe work habits and maintain a safe working environment

Support of mill activities as time allows

Sustainability and Stewardship:

Ensure that all best management practices are consistent with commonly accepted standards for

animal welfare

Ensure that routine maintenance work is conducted in a manner that safeguards the environment

and maintains regulatory compliance

Inventory Control

Responsible for maintaining spare parts inventory and replenishing stock as used

Responsible for maintaining accurate tool inventory, including maintaining tools to be in a safe and

proper working condition

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1) Knowledge of:

General maintenance techniques.

General understanding of mechanical equipment and its operation.

Basic understanding of computer operations.

2) Skill in:

Following oral and written communications.

Time management.

Organizational skills.

Attention to detail.

Customer service.

Basic Welding and Fabrication preferred.

3 Phase Electrical Knowledge preferred

Basic understanding of mechanical troubleshooting, inventory management, and industrial gear boxes

preferred.

3) Ability to:

Follow verbal/written instructions.

Work both independently and in a team environment to accomplish goals.

Desire to learn new skills and technology systems.

Possess a strong work ethic, desire to work as a team member, and respect for their peers