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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for farm maintenance manager in Seattle, WA is $35.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.25 and $43.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a farm maintenance manager?

Farm Maintenance Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the upkeep, repair, and efficient operation of farm equipment, buildings, and infrastructure. They manage maintenance schedules, supervise staff or contractors, and ensure all machinery and facilities comply with safety and operational standards. Their role is crucial to minimizing downtime and ensuring the farm runs smoothly, often involving hands-on repairs and coordinating with suppliers for parts or services. Farm Maintenance Managers also help in planning upgrades and maintaining records for regulatory compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a farm maintenance manager?

To thrive as a Farm Maintenance Manager, you need strong mechanical, electrical, and agricultural equipment repair skills, typically supported by experience in farm operations or a relevant technical qualification. Familiarity with tools such as tractors, irrigation systems, and maintenance management software is essential. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that help manage teams and coordinate repairs efficiently. These skills ensure optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, and support overall farm productivity.

What are some common challenges faced by a farm maintenance manager and how can they be addressed?

As a Farm Maintenance Manager, you may frequently encounter challenges such as unpredictable equipment breakdowns, seasonal workload fluctuations, and coordinating repairs without disrupting farm operations. Effective preventative maintenance schedules, clear communication with farm staff, and having a reliable network of suppliers and repair professionals can help mitigate these issues. Staying proactive and adaptable is key to ensuring minimal downtime and smooth farm operations.

What is the difference between Farm Maintenance Manager vs Farm Equipment Technician?

AspectFarm Maintenance ManagerFarm Equipment Technician
CertificationsOften requires farm management or maintenance certificationsRequires technical certifications in equipment repair and diagnostics
Work EnvironmentOversees maintenance operations across farm facilities and equipmentFocuses on repairing and maintaining specific farm machinery and equipment
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large farms, agribusinesses, and farm management companiesTypically employed by farms, equipment dealerships, and repair shops
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for farm maintenance leadership rolesIndividuals seeking technical repair roles for farm machinery

The Farm Maintenance Manager oversees the maintenance of farm facilities and equipment, focusing on management and coordination. In contrast, the Farm Equipment Technician specializes in repairing and maintaining specific farm machinery. Both roles require technical knowledge, but the manager's role is broader, involving supervision and planning, while the technician's role is hands-on repair-focused.

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Infographic showing various Farm Maintenance Manager job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,725 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Maintenance Manager

Seattle, WA • On-site

Louis Dreyfus Company

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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
Job Description
This is a heavy-industrial maintenance leadership role supporting an export grain terminal. The primary function is to ensure optimum performance of the maintenance team, and that all maintenance processes are performed safely and efficiently. Experience with bucket elevators, drag conveyors, belt conveyors, gearboxes, and other bulk handling systems is essential.
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
  • Develops cascading departmental goals in support of the site goals, along with individual goals for direct reports. Leads the maintenance staff and sets clear expectations, with reinforcement, for the department supervisors and superintendents.
  • Mentor, coach, and empower team to improve. Encourage contribution from all team members. Lead change and improvement initiatives.
  • Fosters open communication, transactional transparency, and operational discipline within the department and on its reliability processes.
  • Fosters a culture of continuous improvement with the maintenance department and for daily maintenance activities. Works with the Plant Manager and the North America (NAM) Reliability team to eliminate barriers that prevents progress, innovation and improvement within the department.
  • Provides monthly reports on the performance of the department.
  • Understands reliability KPI's, reliability leading and lagging indicators. Lead the plant reliability program via the implementation of reliability best practices, including KPI's monitoring, PM and PdM, RCA, Bad Actor program, Planning and Scheduling, skills assessment and training.
  • Maintains control of the overall Maintenance OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
  • Responds to equipment issues or alarms and leads investigations as necessary
  • Maintains maintenance records per LDC policy.
  • Oversees the CMMS - work orders, parts inventory, etc.
  • Ensures proper departmental staffing levels and ensures that workers have received the appropriate training for the performance of their particular job duties.
  • Frequently interfaces with the maintenance staff and outside contractors as needed
  • Develops and maintains a strong network of vendors/contractors that can assist in all aspects of the maintenance of facility.
  • Manages planning and execution of complete or partial plant shutdowns effectively.
  • Leads the safety effort within the maintenance department, and ensures that the maintenance team follows the established LDC safety processes pertaining to maintenance and repairs.

Additional Responsibilities Functions
  • Develops and implements an electronic preventative maintenance program to keep elevator equipment functioning at peak efficiency
  • Oversees ordering/acquiring of the necessary parts and materials to support equipment repairs and the coordination of repair efforts with the Elevator Superintendent
  • Develops mechanical specifications and details necessary to seek and award the contracting of maintenance work to third parties; Supervises third party contractors performing maintenance repairs within the facility
  • Responds to human resources - related

Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
  • Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
  • Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
  • Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
  • Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Qualifications
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
Required qualification:
  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

Preferred qualification:
  • TWIC credential
  • CMRP

Experience
Basic qualifications:
  • 5 years of PROVEN supervisory/management experience in the maintenance of industrial equipment.
  • Must have a strong record of successfully implementing effective preventative maintenance practices and procedures
  • Direct experience with a union labor force

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Basic qualifications:
  • Broad knowledge of maintaining operating equipment/industrial machinery, including preventive maintenance programs, repair techniques and equipment replacement options. Specific knowledge of grain elevator equipment preferred (bucket elevators, drag conveyors, spouting, gearboxes, etc)
  • Familiarity with PM and PdM best practices
  • Utilization of KPI's to monitor the performance of the reliability program
  • Lead the effort around the elimination of repetitive failures by using data and RCA methodologies
  • Ability to withstand extended periods of walking and standing; Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at extended heights of 175 feet.
  • Manage confined space entry, hot work, and working at heights permits/programs.
  • Understanding of lock out/tag out procedure.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict monthly deadlines.
  • Proactively approaches job duties and potential problems.
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Demonstrate skills of team building and conflict resolution
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Additional Information
Safety, Health and Environmental Requirements
  • This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.
  • Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to work in a variety of temperatures and potential inclement weather.
  • Ability to move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more, which requires bending and lifting.
  • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as is compliant with policies and procedures.

Equipment Used
  • Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, scanner
  • Use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
  • Industrial machinery and grain elevator operating equipment
  • Use of electrical tools and testing equipment

Working Conditions
  • Time split between office environment, shop, and industrial plant. There may be extended periods of sitting/standing at a computer screen, or walking.
  • Indoor, climate-controlled office setting with extended periods of sitting or walking.
  • Interact closely with personnel in other departments, middle and senior management personnel as well as individuals in other Company locations.
  • Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies.
  • Continuous 24/7 plant operation; off-shift call-in requirements when needed.
  • Portions of the day will be spent outside with routine visits to operational areas resulting in exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions.
  • Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to gases, vapors, dust, odors and flammable liquids; exposure to high volume of noise.

Employee Supervision
  • This position supervises a team of approximately three to 10 maintenance personnel, plus other mechanical and electrical contractors as necessary for large projects. This position will also supervise Maintenance Supervisors/planners and/or Maintenance Engineers.
  • Authority to recommend hiring, firing, & discipline of employees as well as supervise, manage, & direct

What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us

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