General Maintenance Tech
Description

How Your Role Will Make a Difference

At Marshall Farms, we're looking for individuals who want more than just a job. We're looking for people who take pride in their work, care about making an impact, and want to be part of a team dedicated to helping improve the lives of people and pets

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play an important role in supporting our mission while contributing to the success of our team and organization. You will help maintain our facilities, equipment, and grounds to ensure a safe, efficient, and productive work environment across Marshall Farms and its subsidiaries


Join Our Mission

If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're looking for meaningful work where you can contribute to improving the lives of people and pets while growing your skills in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply. 

When you join Marshall Farms, you become part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, animal welfare, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees through training, development opportunities, collaboration, and a workplace culture built on respect and accountability. 

  

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

  • Perform general and preventative maintenance throughout Marshall Farms and its subsidiaries.
  • Complete facility-related maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, plowing, hauling materials, and operating equipment.
  • Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, installation, and repair work.
  • Provide support to various departments as needed.
  • Maintain equipment and supplies while promoting workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
  • Preserve required records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
  • Advise management when equipment operation may present safety hazards.
  • Follow and promote company safety policies and maintain clean, organized work areas.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 
Requirements

  

What You Bring

Required Education

  • Education and/or experience demonstrating proficiency in general maintenance principles and practices.
  • Valid New York State Driver's License.
  • Ability  to maintain a driving record that satisfies company insurance requirements. 

Required Experience

  • Experience performing general maintenance activities including mechanical, electrical, construction, or facility maintenance tasks.
  • Experience safely operating vehicles, machinery, and maintenance equipment. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • CDL-B license preferred.
  • Experience operating large vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Ability to safely operate manual, automatic, hydrostatic, and other transmission types. 

What Makes You Successful

We're looking for someone who:

  • Demonstrates the ability to consistently and efficiently perform maintenance duties.
  • Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Possesses strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Communicates effectively with coworkers and management.
  • Understands personal limitations and seeks assistance when needed.
  • Maintains a positive attitude, professionalism, and strong work ethic.
  • Takes ownership of responsibilities and produces quality work in a timely manner.
  • Follows established procedures and promotes a safe working environment. 

Work Environment

This position may require:

  • Working both indoors and outdoors at new construction sites, existing facilities, and properties owned by Marshall Farms and its subsidiaries.
  • Exposure to inclement weather conditions.
  • Working in varying temperatures and animal care environments.
  • Working in areas where hearing protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE) are required.
  • Significant physical activity including climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, kneeling, stooping, and handling materials.
  • Lifting and moving heavy objects.
  • Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators or N95 masks as required.
  • Occasional overnight travel to other company facilities.
  • Compliance with Barrier Affidavit requirements, including flu vaccination requirements. 

Schedule & Compensation

  • Schedule: Primarily 1st shift
  • Weekend/On-Call Requirements: Occasional weekend work and on-call coverage as needed
  • Pay Grade: F2
  • Pay Range: $17.92 - $26.10/hour

About Marshall Farms Group, Ltd.

We support leading research organizations around the world through the animals and services we provide, and we are also a leading provider of pet ferrets. While we have grown into a global organization, we continue to value the close-knit culture and employee-centered approach on which we were founded. 

Learn more at www.marshallbio.com. 


The Benefits of Being a Part of the Marshall Family

Our benefit package is an important element of the overall experience we offer our employees.

Full-time employees receive:

  • 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents, or a generous opt-out if you already have coverage elsewhere.
  • Generous time off benefits starting at 3 weeks per year.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 100% match on the first 5% of contributions and immediate vesting (must be 18 or older to participate).
  • Enriched Short-Term Disability benefits and Long-Term Disability insurance.
  • Profit Sharing contribution of 10% of annualized salary.
  • Life Insurance at 4x annual base salary (up to $200,000).
  • Boot allowance for qualified employees.
  • $500 bonus for employee referrals. 

Marshall Farms Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.