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:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Extensive mechanical experience (farm equipment preferred) 

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:

• Winter Season (November-March) = 36-40 weekly hours
• Seed Cutting Season (March-April) = 50 weekly hours
• Planting Season (April-Mid-May) = 60-70 weekly hours
• Growing Season (Mid-May-August) = 40-55 weekly hours (4-5 weekends on call for irrigation break downs)
• Harvest Season (September-October) = 60-80 weekly hours

Requirements

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Various repetitive movements. Good manual dexterity to perform required duties 
• Exposure to airborne particles or fumes 
• Must be able to lift 100 pounds at times 
• Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas 
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections 

Alsum Benefits

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

• Employer contributed health plan
• Employer paid life insurance
• Voluntary dental, life, disability, and vision insurance
• Onsite fitness center/gym membership reimbursement
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts
• Educational assistance program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace