Schafer Farms Inc. is hiring a Barn Maintenance Lead for our Mill Creek sow unit in Muscoda, Wisconsin. In this hands-on role, you will take the lead on day-to-day barn maintenance and mechanical needs around our swine farm operation.
This is a strong fit for a practical problem-solver who can work through routine equipment and facility issues independently, keep essential barn systems operating, and pitch in wherever the team needs help.
We offer competitive pay based on experience along with generous paid time off, holiday pay, 401K with match, and medical insurance reimbursement.
What you will be doing
- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain barns and their operating systems, including feeders, lighting, ventilation, and related equipment.
- Handle routine electrical, plumbing, welding, and general mechanical work within your experience and ability.
- Respond to day-to-day breakdowns and complete maintenance projects with limited supervision.
- Support general barn upkeep and help keep the facility operating reliably.
- Work alongside the production team and assist with some animal-care needs as needed.
This job is for you if you have
- Hands-on maintenance and mechanical experience, including electrical, plumbing, and welding skills.
- The confidence to work independently on projects and the teamwork to contribute across the barn.
- A self-motivated, hardworking approach and a willingness to learn.
- Willingness to learn proper swine care and handling; no prior pig experience is required.
- Availability to work weekends.