Maintenance Technician (Ashland, KY area Dairy Queen locations)

Job Description

Job Description

Farm Hand / Maintenance Technician - This position is on-site 5 days a week (Mon - Fri) in Franklin, TN. 

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and trustworthy Farm Hand / Maintenance Technician to handle the maintenance and upkeep of farm grounds, equipment, buildings, and horses. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards while demonstrating discretion, professionalism, and a commitment to confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will have experience operating and maintaining a wide variety of lawn care, groundskeeping, and farm equipment, along with general property maintenance skills and, ideally, horse care experience.

Key Responsibilities:
Groundskeeping & Lawn Care

• Operate commercial lawn mowers, zero-turn mowers, tractors, weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Maintain lawns, fields, gardens, landscaping, trails, and common areas.
• Perform mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, mulching, leaf removal, weed control, and seasonal property maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems as needed.
• Maintain overall appearance and cleanliness of the property.

Farm Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Safely operate tractors, utility vehicles, trailers, and other farm equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, and handle arranging servicing, and preventative maintenance on all equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and coordinate repairs when necessary.
• Assist with hauling materials, moving equipment, and general farm projects.

Horse Care

• Feed horses according to established schedules and guidelines.
• Monitor horse health and report concerns promptly.
• Clean stalls, refill water sources, and maintain feeding areas.
• Assist with turnout, pasture management, and general daily horse care.
• Ensure barns and horse facilities remain clean, safe, and organized.

Building & Property Maintenance

• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs on barns, fencing, gates, outbuildings, and residential structures.
• Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to identify maintenance needs.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance, storm cleanup, and special projects.

General Estate Support

• Maintain property security and report unusual activity or concerns.
• Assist with deliveries, vendor coordination, and occasional family requests.
• Support special events or projects as needed.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying and resolving property maintenance needs.

Qualifications:
Required Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in farm, ranch, estate, groundskeeping, landscaping, or similar property maintenance roles.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining commercial lawn care equipment and farm machinery.
• Experience providing daily care for horses ideal but not required.
• Experience performing general building and property maintenance repairs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of lawn care, landscaping, and grounds maintenance practices.
• Ability to safely operate tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, and other farm equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Knowledge of horse feeding, care, and basic health monitoring ideal.
• Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical labor throughout the day.

Confidentiality & Professionalism:
This position is located on a private family estate. The successful candidate must maintain the highest level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality regarding all aspects of the family, property, operations, and activities. A background check, professional references, and verification of prior experience is required.