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Guida's Dairy

Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Belvidere, IL

$37.96/hr

Dairy Farmers of Americahas immediate job openings for skilled plant maintenance mechanics, responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets. This position ensures the ...

Guida's Dairy

Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Toledo, OH

$35.53/hr

Toledo Ice Cream is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing ... OUR MECHANICS MAKE: * $35.53 /hour starting rate * $0.50/hr shift differential for 2nd/3rd shift ...

Guida's Dairy

Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Toledo, OH

$35.53/hr

Toledo Ice Cream is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing ... OUR MECHANICS MAKE: * $35.53 /hour starting rate * $0.50/hr shift differential for 2nd/3rd shift ...

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What does a dairy farm mechanic do?

A dairy farm mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing the equipment and machinery used on dairy farms. This can include milking machines, tractors, feed systems, refrigeration units, and other mechanical systems essential for daily farm operations. Their role ensures that all equipment is functioning efficiently to avoid disruptions in milk production and animal care. Dairy farm mechanics also troubleshoot mechanical problems, perform preventative maintenance, and may assist in installing new machinery.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a dairy farm mechanic?

To thrive as a Dairy Farm Mechanic, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and experience with agricultural machinery, often supported by a vocational certificate or relevant technical training. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, welding equipment, and farm management software is commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are vital soft skills for minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability. These skills are essential for maintaining efficient farm operations, reducing costly breakdowns, and supporting overall productivity.

What are common challenges a dairy farm mechanic faces, and how can they be addressed?

Dairy Farm Mechanics often encounter challenges such as diagnosing issues with specialized milking equipment, maintaining machinery in harsh environmental conditions, and responding to urgent breakdowns that can disrupt farm operations. Staying proactive with preventative maintenance schedules, keeping up-to-date with new technology used in dairy farming, and developing strong troubleshooting skills are key strategies for success. Additionally, effective communication with farm managers and other team members helps prioritize repairs and minimize downtime, ensuring the smooth running of daily operations.

What is the difference between Dairy Farm Mechanic vs Dairy Equipment Technician?

AspectDairy Farm MechanicDairy Equipment Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma, certifications in equipment repairHigh school diploma, certifications in dairy equipment maintenance
Work EnvironmentOn farms, repairing milking machines, feed systemsOn farms or service centers, maintaining dairy processing and milking equipment
Employer & IndustryDairy farms, agricultural companiesDairy farms, equipment suppliers, service companies

Both roles involve maintaining dairy equipment, but Dairy Farm Mechanics focus more on repairing farm machinery and milking systems directly on farms, while Dairy Equipment Technicians often work on a broader range of dairy processing and milking equipment, sometimes off-site. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit in the dairy industry.

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Infographic showing various Dairy Farm Mechanic job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Burlington, NJ • On-site

Tuscan Dairy Farms
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$24.50 - $31.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Complete maintenance requirements on machinery, production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems.

  • Safely operate power equipment and assist with inspections and special events coordination.

  • Support the plant maintenance team in ensuring continuous operation of mechanical systems.

Job description

Tuscan Dairy is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our team.
Tuscan Dairy Farms has an immediate job opening for a facility maintenance team member who ensures the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations). This will also include safely operating power equipment and assisting the plant maintenance team with coordination of inspections and special events.
Tuscan Dairy Farms is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Tuscan Dairy Farms, we create Tuscan Dairy Farm products and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
OUR OPERATORS FOR THIS POSITION MAKE:
  • $36.25

SCHEDULE: 10:00pm - 6:30am; Off Friday and Saturday
BENEFITS:
  • 401(k) with company contribution*
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid vacation and holidays*
  • Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Service recognition and employee rewards*
  • Employee referral program

*varies by company and governing CBAs
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Boiler Experience preferred
  • Ammonia Refrigeration Experience preferred
  • NJ Boiler License preferred
  • NJ Refrigeration License preferred
  • Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
  • Must be able to stand, walk, pull, push, reach and bend virtually the entire shift
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist others when lifting is necessary
  • Must be able to work in a wet environment
  • Must be able to legibly write entries for record keeping
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays, as needed
  • May occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals
  • Minimum one year experience
  • Driver's license required to operate a company-owned vehicle

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