Job DescriptionIf you enjoy leading a team, solving mechanical challenges, and keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently, this opportunity offers a rewarding career in a hands-on agricultural environment. As a
Field Maintenance Supervisor, you will oversee equipment maintenance, support field operations, and help develop a skilled team while ensuring safe and reliable operations. This is an onsite role that includes travel to field locations during planting and harvest seasons, with extended work schedules and overnight stays away from home as business needs require.
What you'll do:- Lead and support a team of field mechanics by providing daily direction, coaching, and technical guidance.
- Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, transportation, and seasonal equipment overhauls to maximize equipment reliability.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and equipment issues while coordinating repairs and replacement parts.
- Promote a safe work environment by identifying hazards, reinforcing safe work practices, and ensuring equipment is operating safely.
- Manage equipment projects, including scheduling work, maintaining documentation, and coordinating workloads.
- During harvest and planting season works 10 - 4 schedule in field locations away from home.
- Support field operations during planting and harvest by supervising assigned crews and assisting with research and equipment improvement initiatives.
What you'll bring:- Associate degree in a maintenance, mechanical, or technical field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Experience leading maintenance teams in an agricultural, industrial, or heavy equipment environment.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, mechanical power transmission, electrical systems, and equipment troubleshooting.
- Ability to read safety procedures, maintenance instructions, and technical documents while communicating effectively with team members and vendors.
- Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain the required agricultural hazardous materials transportation endorsement.
- Ability to work independently, train others, operate hand and power tools safely, and lift heavy equipment when needed.
What you'll get:- Opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team in a critical operational role.
- Hands-on work with a wide variety of agricultural equipment and technology.
- A collaborative environment where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are valued.
- Opportunities to mentor employees, develop leadership skills, and contribute to equipment innovation.
- A dynamic career that combines shop work, field operations, and project leadership.
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 USD. Pay is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families
SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
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