Preventative Maintenance Technician

Auburn, 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 equipment
• Provide 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 procedures
• Build 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 insurance
• 10 days PTO
• 7 paid holidays
• Retirement plan with company match
• Company vehicle, after training
• $40 cell phone stipend
• Uniform allowance
• Company-paid disability & life insurance
• Wellness program, EAP, drug discount program (exclusions apply), and HSA
• A faith-based, family-owned company built on honor, integrity, and service
• A supportive, team-oriented culture that values learning, reliability, and personal growth