Automation and Repair Specialist

OBJECTIVE :

Complete specific maintenance and projects as directed. Coordination of maintenance projects as needed. Timely and quality work and respect to the facilities while working.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (other duties as assigned)

Advise on concerns with equipment operation, maintenance, and programming

Disassembles / Reassembles machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices

Aligns, adjusts, or calibrates equipment according to specifications and understanding of basic electrical work

Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains automated and manual industry machinery and parts

Submits reports to PRM Director and communicates with manufactures in resolving repair issues

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Assist with maintenance projects at sow farms as needed

Complete projects as assigned by PRM Director

Weekly travel as needed

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Education :

B.S. degree with an agricultural or constructions management focus preferred

Will consider equivalent experience / training in these fields in leu of or in combination with education

Experience :

3-4 years of construction / maintenance experience or post-secondary education

Work Environment :

Agricultural swine environment in rural areas

Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas

Subject to adverse weather conditions

Location :

Missouri / Iowa / Illinois

Physical Requirements :

Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day

Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling

Frequent use of one or both hands / arms to grasp or pull

Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds

Occasional bending while pulling and / or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move

Occasional bending while pulling and / or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as needed

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths

Additional Requirements :

Ability to work individually and as a team

Must qualify to drive a company vehicle per insurance company requirements based on driving record

Occasional overnight travel

Must follow Pipestone's Core Values at all times

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