Job Description
Farm Maintenance Full Time – Hourly Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Must be 18 years of age or older At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $22.00 - $30.75 per hour, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. Job Responsibilities Candidate will be responsible for farm/barn maintenance. Must be able to do general troubleshooting, repairs, welding, and preventative maintenance for all area farms. Good mechanical aptitude Good attendance Work well with others or alone Work overtime as required Minimum Qualifications: Background in repairing farm equipment, carpentry, and/or electrical work. Must have a valid driver’s license. Above average reading and writing skills Able to lift 50 lbs. Work in a cold, wet, humid, hot and/or dusty environment Work with heights in confined spaces Must be able to pass a lung function test to be certified to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus or gas mask which requires no facial hair in areas where the face mask seals against the face. What you will receive: Competitive pay with pay increases You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role Extraordinary benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment! Life & disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, pension, stock purchase plan. Continuing education and FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and much more. Advancement opportunities Employment with a solid employer – People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available. Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.