Farm Equipment/Facilities Maintenance Manager

Farm Equipment / Facilities Maintenance Manager (Full-Time)Heritage Seedlings & Liners, Inc. | Santiam Farm (Stayton, OR)Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM (45 hrs/week typical)Pay: $25–$35/hour Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision (opt-in; 60-day waiting period), SIMPLE-IRA w/ match, Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays, Sick Pay job listingAbout the CompanyWe produce young plants for the wholesale horticulture trade (tree and shrub liners), plus native Oregon wildflower seed, select cut-branch plants, and contract seed production. We operate across 6 farm properties with 300+ acres of field production and 14 acres of greenhouse production. job listingThe RoleWe’re hiring a hands-on Farm Equipment / Facilities Maintenance Manager to keep our equipment, facilities, and farm operations running smoothly. This role blends repair work, equipment operation, and planning/coordination across multiple sites.Work mix (approx.): 50% mechanic work | 40% equipment operation & farm duties (including spraying) | 5–10% logistics planning job listingResponsibilitiesPreventive maintenance & repairs on small and large farm machinesTroubleshoot/repair electrical, gas, and diesel engine issuesBasic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical troubleshooting/maintenanceOperate tractors and equipment (skid-steer/excavator experience a plus; trainable)Forklift operationField spraying support (and spray equipment readiness)Coordinate movement of tractors/equipment between work sites (including public roadways)Drive as needed and maintain required recordsStay safety-focused and aligned with company goalsOther duties as assigned job listingMinimum QualificationsBasic mechanic skills (oil changes, tires, belts)18+ years oldHigh school diploma or GEDValid driver’s license (Class C) job listingPreferred QualificationsFarm mechanic experienceConstruction and/or agricultural experienceMaintenance skills with hand tools, welding, basic electrical, and small motorsSpray applicator license or spraying experienceClass A CDL, farm endorsement, and current Medical DOT card/waiver job listingLanguage PreferenceSpanish speaking/reading/writing preferred (many employees and equipment operators speak Spanish). Translation is available, but Spanish skills will make the job easier. job listingPre-Employment ScreeningDrug test and DMV records check required prior to first day of employment. job listingHow to ApplyEmail your resume to sales@heritageseedlings.comOr mail/fax: Heritage Seedlings & Liners, Inc., 4194 71st Ave SE, Salem, OR 97317 | Fax: 503-371-9688 job listing