Shop Mechanic

Description :

Alsum Farms, Inc, a sister company to Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc., is looking for a full-time Shop Mechanic in Arena, WI! Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc. is a grower, packer, and shipper of potatoes & onions located in Friesland, WI. As a Shop Mechanic, you will be responsible for the maintenance of farm equipment, buildings, and storage facilities at our Arena, WI location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Ensure proper maintenance of farm equipment by overseeing all shop activities and work orders and develop and maintain an annual maintenance schedule for farm equipment
• Monitor and provide guidance to farm and contract labor employees working in the shop, assigning priorities based on operational readiness timelines
• Collaborate with the farm manager to coordinate the ordering of parts for farm trucks and field equipment
• Maintain accurate inventory records for farm equipment parts and supplies by inputting work orders and purchase orders into the designated software program
• Train full-time farm staff on farm equipment maintenance and provide guidance to seasonal farm staff, specifically during harvest, on proper pre-trip inspections and operation of farm field trucks
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of farm buildings and grounds to enhance efficiency, safety, and protection of crops, buildings, and equipment
• Ensure the proper functioning of storage bin equipment, including ventilation and humidity controls
• Address breakdowns in the potato truck fleet and farm equipment promptly to maintain a continuous flow of potatoes from fields to storage bins
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Education and Experience :

Job Details :

Job Type : Regular Full-Time

Work Location : Arena, WI

Travel Requirements : None

Job Schedule : Your expected hours will vary depending on season, but you can expect the following approximate schedule :

Requirements :

Physical and Environmental Demands :

Alsum Benefits

Alsum Farms & Produce offers its full-time (30 hours or more) employees :

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

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