Maintenance Technician

**Mission**:
**Your Role**
In the Farm Maintenance Technician role, you will be responsible for an extensive range of work in general maintenance and repairs in live animal, farm environments. Reporting to the Layers Operations Manager, you will work within established procedures to complete preventative maintenance and routine duties concerning all farms machines and equipment.
This role is expected to have a work schedule of 7AM - 4PM - however some flexibility is required. Local travel to Cambridge, St. George and Branchton farms is required (close by to one another).

**Responsibilities**
- Perform preventative and general maintenance/repair work in local farms (mechanical, machine, equipment, ventilation, etc.)
- Troubleshoot ventilation, heating, and air conditioning units
- Report of mechanical malfunctions to Layers Farm Managers and third parties if/when applicable
- Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies including spare parts
- Respond to building & equipment alarms as needed (some on call duties may be required)
- Misc. general maintenance tasks as required (light bulbs, paint, exterior building checks, barn tear downs, etc.)
- Additional duties as assigned by the Farm and Operations Managers
- Following all Biosecurity, Animal Welfare and Safety policies and procedures

**Profil**:
**Your Profile**
- Extensive working knowledge of mechanical and building systems
- Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in maintenance roles, preferably within a manufacturing or live animal environment
- A technical certification or trade preferred but not required
- Experience working with hand and power tools
- Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
- Proactive approach to maintenance, self-motivated and able to work with mínimal supervision
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to plan and organize maintenance schedules, and prioritize tasks
- Travel as required to local farms (Cambridge), flexible work schedule (and availability to work some weekends)
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with people at all levels
- Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with third party vendors/suppliers
- Communicating efficiently in both verbal and written form will be necessary to complete work requirements
- Basic computer and record keeping skills

**About Us**
Hendrix Genetics is a multi-species animal breeding, genetics and technology company that is passionate about animal breeding. We have breeding programs in laying hens, turkeys, traditional poultry, swine, salmon, shrimp and trout.

We look for innovative, sustainable solutions, together with the entire animal protein value chain. At the start of the chain, we have an influence on the outcome. For us, better breeding today, means a brighter life tomorrow. As a Hendrix Genetics employee, you will join us on mission to feed the world.

Your values are ideas and beliefs that shape you and guide your choices in life. A company can also have its own set of values, called company values. Hendrix Genetics’ company values are there to help you feel empowered in your role and give you a sense of connection to our place in the world. We strive for excellence, ensure everyone wins and go the extra mile every day.

We believe that diverse teams brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas and experiences to the table. Diversity at our company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

**What We Can Offer You**

Our people are of utmost importance to us. You will work in an environment based on respect, trust and recognition. You will have the opportunity to shape your own career by working locally or internationally with colleagues from around the globe. We believe in your personal development and provide on the job training, continuing education, industry programs and challenging work. We also offer competitive compensation and benefit packages with regular reviews of total compensation.

We also ensure that all employees have the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future. Hendrix Genetics has recognized for a long time that there is far more than just efficiency to consider in producing food. What we do today has an impact on the future. Not just our own future, but that of generations to come.

We Offer:

- Competitive compensation with regular salary reviews
- Group benefits including RRSP (5% company contribution)
- Friendly and positive work environment

If you are interested in taking on a new challenge and joining our organization, submit your CV directly to this page. We look forward to exploring this opportunity with you