Agricultural Systems Technician Lead

> Job Title: Agricultural Systems Technician Lead >   > Job Summary > As an Agricultural Systems Technician Lead, you will oversee and coordinate > the maintenance and repair operations for complex mechanical, electrical, and > conveying systems in our poultry production plant. You will lead a team of > technicians, ensuring optimal performance of all industrial equipment, > implementing advanced preventative and predictive maintenance strategies, and > driving continuous improvement in operational efficiency and safety. >   > Essential Job Functions > * Lead and mentor a team of Agricultural Systems Technicians, assigning > tasks, providing technical guidance, and evaluating performance > * Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance schedules and strategies > for all plant equipment and systems > * Conduct advanced diagnostics and root cause analysis on complex mechanical > and electrical issues > * Oversee and participate in high-level repairs and modifications of critical > systems > * Assist with the inventory of spare parts and tools, ensuring optimal stock > levels and cost-efficiency > * Collaborate with management to develop and implement process improvements > and cost-saving initiatives > * Serve as the primary liaison between maintenance team and other departments > (production, quality, safety) > * Lead safety initiatives within the maintenance department, ensuring > compliance with all regulations and company policies > * Develop and conduct training programs for technicians on new equipment, > safety procedures, and maintenance best practices > * Manage maintenance budgets and track key performance indicators (KPIs) > * Participate in capital project planning and implementation > * Oversee documentation of all maintenance activities, ensuring accurate > record-keeping and reporting > * Other duties as assigned > > Required Qualifications > * 6+ years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in industrial, > commercial, or facility systems maintenance > * Expert-level knowledge of industrial electrical systems, mechanical > systems, and control systems > * Proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) > * Strong leadership and team management skills > * Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills > * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written > * Proficient in data analysis and report generation > * Strong project management skills > * Ability to work overtime, weekends and holiday hours as required based on > production demand > > Preferred Qualifications > * High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience > * Additional trade or technical school education for maintenance, mechanical, > welding, or electrical > * Maintenance experience in the poultry or agriculture industry > > Work Environment > This position requires the physical ability to lift, carry, push, or pull > weights of 75+ lbs. and to work in various climate conditions, including > extreme heat and cold. The role demands the capacity to walk, climb, stand, > and sit for extended periods, as well as work at heights up to 75' and in > confined spaces. The job is set in a poultry production plant environment, > which may involve exposure to animals and confined areas. Willingness to work > overtime, weekends, and holidays as required is essential for this position. >   > About Us: > Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing > together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, > and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more > than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental > stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a > workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to > enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards. > As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong > set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, > Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive > our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry > innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - > working together to lead the future of egg production with > integrity and excellence. >   >   > Benefits: >   > * Regular performance reviews > * Health insurance > * Dental insurance > * Vision insurance > * HSA with company match > * Paid time Off > * Paid Holidays > * 401K with company match > * Tuition Reimbursement > * Employee Assistance Program > >   > Posting Statement >   > All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without > regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, > ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic > information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, > gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other > characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. >   > Disclosure >   > This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional > related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. > Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, > as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal > laws.