Preventative Maintenance Technician – 1018450

Preventative Maintenance TechnicianAuburn, NY  Are you mechanically inclined and looking to start a hands-on career that keeps family farms running smoothly? Why You'll Love Working with Us:Meaningful Work: Contribute to serving dairy farms and supporting the agricultural community.On-the-job Training: Receive hands-on instruction and mentoring to help you succeed in the dairy equipment industry.Career Growth: Start in an entry-level position with the opportunity to advance as you learn and develop your skills.Family Atmosphere: Join a large, established company that still operates with the care and values of a family-owned business.Culture: Work in an environment guided by honor, integrity, and respect for customers and coworkers. Fisher & Thompson is a family-owned, faith-based company providing automated milking equipment and services to the dairy industry. With more than 160 employees across three states, we combine the resources of a large operation with the personal values of a close-knit team, serving our customers with honor, integrity, and excellence that exceeds expectations. What You'll Do as a Preventative Maintenance Technician:Perform scheduled preventative maintenance based on a task list on mechanical milking equipmentProvide excellent customer support during farm visits and communicate any service needs beyond your scope.Coordinate with the service and sales teams when follow-up work is required.Manage your own workflow around farm milking downtime schedules, usually early mornings or late afternoons.Produce accurate service reports and bill for all time and parts used.Maintain detailed maintenance records and communicate regularly with your Service Manager.Participate in manufacturer training and ongoing education as requested.Follow all company and farm biosecurity proceduresBuild positive, long-term relationships with customers to represent the company with integrity and professionalism.Work full-time with a varied schedule planned monthly, traveling within a 90-minute radius of the shop. Our Ideal Preventative Maintenance Technician:Experienced: Minimum one year of experience in a trade such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, or automation; dairy experience is a plus. Brings strong troubleshooting ability and a solid understanding of tools and equipment. Completion of a trade school training in a related field is a plus.Organized & Detailed: Manages time effectively, prioritizes tasks, and completes work accurately under pressure.Good Communicator: Builds positive relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates while maintaining a courteous, respectful attitude.Independent & Reliable: Works well independently while staying accountable and dependable as part of the team.Tech-savvy: Comfortable using Microsoft, Google, and related software systems for reporting and communication.Active: Able to lift, push, or pull up to 70 lbs.; climb ladders or scaffolding; bend, kneel, stretch, or crawl; and perform fine hand manipulation. Must hold a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. What We Offer Our Preventative Maintenance Technician:Health, dental, and vision insurance10 days PTO7 paid holidaysRetirement plan with company matchCompany vehicle, after training$40 cell phone stipendUniform allowanceCompany-paid disability & life insuranceWellness program, EAP, drug discount program (exclusions apply), and HSAA faith-based, family-owned company built on honor, integrity, and serviceA supportive, team-oriented culture that values learning, reliability, and personal growth