Farm Equipment Mechanic
Employer
286 Holland Lane
Decherd, TN 37324
United States
Job description
Use hand tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precisioninstruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists. Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition. Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists. Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery. Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery, such as pumps and compressors. Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications. Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps,generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units. Rebuild gas or diesel engines.Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems. Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves. Maintain or repair vehicles with alternative fuel systems, including biodiesel, hybrid, or compressed natural gas vehicles. Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves.
Special Requirements
Minimum of 12 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion.