49-9098 Helper, Installation, Maintenance And Repair Workers

Job description

Under the direct supervision of a master mechanic, workers will perform various duties all associated with diagnosing, adjusting, repairing and overhauling diesel farm machinery and gas vehicles such as tractors, trucks, farm implements, etc. Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:
• Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, forklifts, trailers, any and all equipment used during the planting, production, and harvest of crops.
• Record details of repairs made and parts used.
• Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation, and adjusting, as necessary.
• Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports as to problems determine to be repaired.
• Maintain -repair maintenance records.
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
• Test and replace electrical wiring components for proper functioning, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools.
• Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Tune or overhaul engines.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicle and farm equipment such as change oil and filters, brakes, brake pads and repair tires.
• Knowledgeable and repair in hydraulic systems
• Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, and grinders.
• Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
• Install machine or equipment replacement parts.
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
• Repair defective engines or engine components.
• Adjust vehicle/equipment components to ensure optimal performance, according to specifications.
• Reassemble equipment after repair.
• Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
• Diagnosing, adjust, repair all small engine equipment such as mowers, trimmers and power washers.

Replace components, such as carburetors, fuel pumps, generators, ignition points and spark plugs. reassemble, adjust and equipment to ensure efficient operation. May install and repair wiring and motors to maintain farm electrical system. May assist other workers in more complex maintenance tasks, such as overhaul of machinery and equipment.
GENERAL CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL CROPS: Fieldwork begins at assigned time shortly after daylight. Work is performed during a wide variety of weather and in temperatures ranging from 20 degrees to 95+ degrees F. Workers will work on their feet in bent position for long periods of time. Workers must be able to bend, stoop, and stand on feet for long periods of time. Must be physically able to meet and perform all job specifications stated in job order. Must be able to work in hot humid weather for extended periods of time. Employer will provide all safety and special equipment when needed. Employer will provide tools and equipment at no cost to workers to perform the above task. Workers will supply their own work clothes to insure their comfort during the performance of the job. Workers will be charged for any willful damage or loss or failure to return such tools and equipment. All tasks in this Job Description constitute one (1) job; This is a very demanding and competitive business in which quality specifications must be rigorously adhered to.

Full Crop Commitment: This is regular work, seven hours per day, Monday-Friday, and five hours on Saturday for the full remainder of the period of employment. The worker agrees to work for assigned employer(s) whenever work is available during the full remaining period of employment even though work may be slack at times. The worker understands that if the worker quits or is terminated for cause prior to the end of the period of employment, the worker will not receive the 3/4 guarantees and will not receive certain transportation reimbursements. Excessive tardiness and/or absences will not be tolerated and will result in termination.

Special Requirements

All applicants must have at least 2 months experience operating 50+HP sod harvester and other manual transmission equipment. Applicants must have a valid drivers license. Applicants must be able to furnish affirmative job references from recent employers. Must be physically able to meet and perform all job specifications stated in job order. Must be able to work in the hot humid weather for extended periods of time. Workers are subject to random drug testing post hire at no cost to the employee. Failing or refusing a drug test will result in immediate termination.