Farm Equipment Mechanics And Service Technicians (49-3041.00

Job description

• GENERAL SUMMARY:
The mechanic I will report to the Production supervisor and will be responsible for fixing tractors as well as other farming implements. The Mechanic will use specialized skills and experience to diagnose any problem equipment or farm machinery might have and generate a cost-effective solution. This position will include tasks ranging from working on an engine’s electrical system to welding cracked pipefitting. The Mechanic will maintain equipment in good repair and functioning at its full potential through preventative maintenance and/or any required repairs.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Using a high degree of independent judgement, assumes the responsibility of a wide range of repairs such as (cultivators, compost spreaders, pressure nozzles, etc.)
• Diagnoses defective equipment and/or machinery, troubleshoots and repairs electrical systems.
• Analyzes and interprets the equipment manuals.
• Interacts with the parts department to ensure parts are available for repairs and inventory.
• Effectively uses specialized tools to measure wear on internal working components of engines and transmissions.
• Dissembles and assembles equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and adheres to all DFF safety policies, procedures and instructions from management.
• Collaborates with team members from other departments to ensure repairs are done in a timely manner.
• Performs welding or fabrication duties as needed.
• Provide assistance as needed to other mechanics troubleshooting repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Workers will need to be willing to learn new mechanical practices to contribute to the success of the farm. Workers must be able to work day shifts or night shifts as needed.
Some qualified workers may be requested to be working team leaders. Some properly licensed workers may be requested to transport workers between housing and worksite locations.
Workers will be required to perform routine maintenance and major engine overhauls. Workers will exam and listen to machines, motors, gasoline and diesel engines, and equipment for operational defects. Workers will dismantle defective units, using hand-tools. Repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand-tools and shop tools. Workers will replace components, such as carburetors, fuel pumps, generators, ignition points, and spark plugs. Reassembles, adjusts, and lubricates machines and equipment to ensure efficient operation. May install and repair wiring and motors to maintain electrical system. May assemble and erect new farm machinery and equipment. Workers will Test-drive vehicles and or equipment to ensure that they run smoothly.
Workers will keep shop and workspaces clean.

Special Requirements

All applicants must have at least 6 months experience as an agricultural equipment mechanic. Workers must be able to diagnose problems and repair farm machinery engines and machines including but not limited to tractors, forklifts, harvest equipment, irrigation, and spraying equipment. Applicants must be able to furnish affirmative job references from recent employers operating comparable operations establishing acceptable previous experience. Must be physically able to meet and perform all job specifications stated in job order. Applicants must have a valid drivers license or have the ability to get one within 30 days of hire. Workers must have a clean driving record. Must be able to work in the hot humid weather for extended periods of time.