About the role
Repairs & Maintenance Intern
Location: Pipestone, MN
Build Your Future with PIPESTONE!
Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in maintenance, repairs, construction projects, and facility operations? Join PIPESTONE as a Repairs & Maintenance Intern and work alongside farm leadership and asset management professionals to support essential farm operations and facility improvement projects.
This internship offers valuable real-world experience in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, facility repairs, and exposure to construction project management from planning through completion.
What You'll Do
Facility Maintenance & Operations
✅ Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities
✅ Identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot maintenance and equipment issues
✅ Assist with repair processes and maintenance scheduling
✅ Support work order execution and maintenance tracking
✅ Help ensure proper care and use of company vehicles, tools, and equipment
✅ Promote a strong culture of safety and biosecurity
✅ Identify workplace hazards and assist in maintaining safe work environments
✅ Complete additional maintenance, administrative, and project-related tasks as assigned
Construction Project Exposure
- Assist with project coordination and execution
- Gain exposure to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards
- Participate in site visits, inspections, and project documentation
- Learn how facility improvement projects move from planning to completion
What We're Looking For
✔ Strong communication and organizational skills
✔ Problem-solving ability and attention to detail
✔ Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
✔ Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
✔ Willingness to travel to local project sites as needed
✔ Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety
✔ Interest in maintenance, construction, facilities management, agriculture, or related fields
Work Environment
- Combination of farm facilities, construction sites, maintenance areas, and
office settings
- Exposure to livestock environments, equipment, machinery, and active
construction areas
- Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Frequent collaboration with managers, maintenance teams, contractors, and
vendors
Physical Requirements
- Walk construction sites, farm facilities, and uneven terrain
- Stand, bend, climb, and perform physical work for extended periods
- Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Safely work around equipment, machinery, and active job sites
Why Join PIPESTONE?
- Gain valuable hands-on maintenance and construction experience
- Learn from experienced leaders and industry professionals
- Develop skills in facility operations and project coordination
- Build your resume with real-world experience in agriculture and asset
management