Swine Maintenance Technician
Summit Farms, LLC · Mallard, IA
Employment period: 2026-12-01 to 2027-03-01
Hours per week: 40.0
Pay conditions
$17.57 per hour for H-2A Workers
Job duties from the source
Inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and replacing frozen or malfunctioning feed lines, augers, waterers, drinkers, and water plumbing to maintain uninterrupted feed and water delivery during freezing temperatures. Thawing frozen nipple drinkers, troughs, and water lines as needed. Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing furnaces, heaters, and heating systems to prevent water pipes from freezing and to protect animals from cold stress. Insulating, heat-taping, and wrapping exposed water lines, hydrants, and pipes to prevent freeze-ups. Monitoring barn temperatures and adjusting heaters, curtains, air inlets, and ventilation settings to maintain safe environmental conditions during cold weather and storms. Clearing snow and ice from fans, air inlets, and curtains so ventilation systems operate properly. Clearing snow and ice from driveways, access roads, barn entrances, doors, and loading areas to ensure timely feed deliveries and safe access. Applying salt, sand, or ice melt to walkways, steps, and loading areas to maintain safe footing. Inspecting and maintaining backup generators and monitoring propane or LP gas levels to ensure heating and ventilation continue during power outages. Checking and repairing door seals, weather stripping, and windbreaks to reduce drafts and heat loss. Minimum of one (1) month of verifiable farm experience. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to work for extended periods outdoors and in unheated or partially heated facilities in extreme cold and inclement winter weather conditions.
Additional requirements
One month of livestock equipment installation and repair experience required. Must be able to lift and carry 75lbs for 75yds. Employees will receive a monthly $50 cell phone reimbursement.
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Verification
H-2A disclosures
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How to apply
Applicants, Workforce Agency Personnel, Walk-Ins, Gate Hires, etc. may: Call for an interview during normal business hours [between the hours of 8am and 4pm Mon. - Fri.] Contact: Ashley Silvey, HR Manager : (515) 854-2196 Employer Email: asilvey@summitag.com Telephone interviews may be conducted during normal business hours as stated above.
Recruitment phone: +15158542196
Recruitment: asilvey@summitag.com