Farm Equipment Mechanics
Employer
TwenyTwenty Groves, Inc., 1074 Sweetwater Road
Zolfo Springs, FL 33890
United States
Job description
Workers will perform assigned duties as instructed by their supervisor. Duties may vary from time to time.
Farm Equipment Mechanic:
Diagnose, maintain, and repair farm machinery and vehicles such as tractors, Goats/Loaders, trucks, buses, trailers, and other harvesting tools and farm machinery. Dismantle defective machines for repair using hand tools. Reassemble machines and equipment after repair, test operation and make adjustments as necessary. Replace damaged tires on vehicles and assist with other routine maintenance. To perform this type of work, the workers must be able to work outside or in a non-airconditioned garage at least 8 hours a day. The worker must be able to perform general physical activities which include doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Knowledge of machines and tools including their uses as well as prior experience working as a farm equipment mechanic preferred.
General Farm Labor Activities:
At times, and before and after hurricanes and tropical storms, shop yard preparation and cleanup activities such as securing equipment, putting up and removing storm shutters, and debris removal may be required. In addition, cleaning and repairing minor damage to Company provided worker housing to maintain a clean and safe living area may be required. No specialized knowledge or skills are required to perform general farm labor activities. Workers should be able to use small hand tools such as shovels, rake, hoe, pruning shears, portable sprayers, hammers, battery powered drills and other small hand tools. To perform this kind of work, the worker must be able to work outside for at least 8 hours a day in various weather environments including high heat and high humidity conditions.
Special Requirements
Criminal background checks and/or drug screenings may be done post-employment at the employers expense and at the employers discretion.