Temporary Maintenance Assistant (Off-grid Hatchery) - Multiple Locations (Agriculture)
Position Title: Temporary Maintenance AssistantCategory: Full-time, TemporaryPayroll Classification: Hourly, Non-exemptLocation: Remote (off-grid), Hatchery or Field StationCustomary Work Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 40-hr workweek
Supervisor: Maintenance Manager
Basic Function: The Temporary Maintenance Assistant functions as part of the hatchery operations team in the cultivating and rearing of fish. Under general supervision performs preventative maintenance and repair duties for the efficient operation of the overall hatchery facility, equipment, and systems. The role performs work across multiple trades, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and structural repairs to ensure the efficient facility operation.
Primary Responsibilities: The Maintenance Technician works closely with the Maintenance Department to perform preventative and routine maintenance, repair, and improvement of the facilities, equipment, and systems.
Description of essential duties and responsibilities:
Maintain and update inventory for spare parts
Assist in performing maintenance and repair on generators, hatchery heating and hot water systems, pumps and fuel distribution systems, water recycle system, lake pump house and emergency pump system, lighting systems, emergency fire systems, hatchery domestic water and wastewater system
Follow the operations manual for the fuel system
Fabricate new tools and equipment as needed
Follow preventative maintenance schedules for all hatchery equipment such as hydroelectric turbine generators, diesel generators, front-end loaders, pickup trucks, gas pumps, outboard motors, welders, cement mixers, steam cleaners, pressure washers, snow removal equipment, and power tools
Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and necessary repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure operational efficiency
Diagnose mechanical problems and determine solutions by referencing blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs
Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts
Complete architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical system preventative maintenance as assigned
Perform general cleaning, painting, and repairs to roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, and other building components
Perform preventative and reactive maintenance tasks to maintain residential and commercial appliances such as hot water heaters, boilers, stoves/ovens, coolers, and freezers
Maintain logs of maintenance activities and prepare monthly reports, special reports, and studies
Use computers and web-based software for data entry, analysis, and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
Recommend procedures, techniques, and new equipment to improve work efficiencies or adaptation to new techniques
Effectively interact with the public and direct inquiries appropriately
Comply with safety procedures and polices
Perform related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proficiency in various trades such as mechanical, electrical, painting, carpentry, plumbing, and plastering
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction, maintenance, and repair
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural issues
Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building trades
Ability to interpret and work from sketches, blueprints, manuals, standard operating procedures, and layouts
Proficiency in using computer applications for maintenance documentation, reporting, budgeting, and communication
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organize time and prioritize activities
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently within a team environment
Essential Functions:
Work performed at any hatchery or remote location as needed
Must be able to move about freely with frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling
Repetitive use of hands for handling, controlling, and feeling tools, equipment, and materials
Lifting, carrying, and moving heavy objects, tools, and equipment (up to 50 lbs.)
Climbing stairs and ladders and working at heights
Requires working in confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy environments
Exposure to hazardous equipment and conditions, requiring adherence to safety protocols
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and indoors in a cold and wet environment
Ability to climb aboard and move about freely on vessels and small aircraft
Work in and around water, whether on docks, floats, ponds, or raceway channels
Use telephones and computers unimpaired
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to hear and see to receive verbal and written instructions
Positions Supervised:
None
Disclaimer: Duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time. The scope of the job may change based on business demands.
