Company Overview
Livestock Nutrition Center specializes in blending customized rations, supplements and premixes to meet the specific nutritional needs of livestock producer's operations. We understand that management, performance objectives and feeding practices can be vastly different between operations, and that these differences dictate specific nutritional or formulation requirements. Our experienced sales staff and nutritionist will work with the producer to design a feeding program that is specific to their operation.
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to add value to the suppliers and end users in the feed ingredient supply chain through distribution, processing and service.
Guiding Principle
Our focus is to provide customized feeding programs, nutritional products, and expert service to livestock producers that promote their long-term success and profitability.
Position Summary
The Fleet & Mill Maintenance Technician is responsible for ongoing and preventative fleet & feed mill maintenance objectives. This individual will work as a full-time mechanic and report directly to the Location Facility Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Mechanical repair of fleet of 12-15 trucks and trailers, as well as the feed mill(s)
Preventative maintenance of fleet and feed mill(s)
Develop maintenance schedules and procedures for ongoing maintenance
Perform troubleshooting to solve repair issues
Communicate and identify needs and plans for improvement
Maintain part and tool inventory
Ensure compliance of safety policies
Assist with any and all production needs
Other tasks as assigned from time to time by management
Qualifications and Skills
Diesel certificate, with a minimum of 3+ years related experience and/or training.
Mechanical repair and preventative maintenance skills
Welding and/or fabrication experience
Ability to manage spare parts inventory and associated costs
Valid Driver's License-CDL preferred but not required
Mathematical aptitude
Safety minded
Works well in team environment
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work at heights
Ability to regularly carry, move, push, pull, and/or lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to climb ladders and stairways
Regular bending and stooping
Standing for up to 8 hours at a time
Hand dexterity in order to operate controls, radios, and tools
Ability to hear radio communications, alarms, machinery sounds, and crew instructions
Benefits and Perks