Agricultural Equipment Mechanic

Job description

Agricultural Equipment Mechanic: This responsibility falls under the FLSA definition of secondary agriculture since the job duties are incidental and in conjunction with Heritage Farms’ farming operations

• Work on Agricultural Equipment like tractors and motors
• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately.
• Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade.
• Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc.) aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity.
• Schedule future maintenance sessions and advise motorists on good vehicle use.
• Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g. leaks).
• Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance job.
• Keep logs on work and issues.
• When needed, fabricates special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition. Maintain a safe working environment and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Comply with company policies, safety regulations and legal guidelines.
• May perform harvesting duties
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• 12 months experience agriculture equipment (tractors, motors, etc.) and auto mechanic
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles.
• Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methods.
• Ability to handle various tools (e.g. pliers) and heavy equipment (e.g. lift).
• Willingness to observe all safety precautions for protections against accidents, dangerous fluids, chemicals etc.
• Familiarity with government regulations, legal issues, safety protocols and procedures.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced changing environment.

Physical Requirements:
• Communicates orally with management, employees, co-workers, vendors, and the general public by telephone or in person, in one-on-one or group settings.
• Regularly uses a telephone, computer (e-mail) and fax for communication.
• Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time during the course of work shift.
• Routinely required to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, and reach, in the performance of job function.
• Requires the essential use of hands, speech, eyesight, and hearing.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Exposed to high noise and vibration levels.
• Lifting limitations for this position: 30-50 lbs.
• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.
• Must be able to pass random and required drug and alcohol tests.
• Spend significant time outdoors, exposed to potentially difficult environment conditions.

Special Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications: 12 months experience as agricultural equipment mechanic. Workers must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently. Work is performed outdoors in open fields and can involve exposure to sun, wind, mud, dust, heat, cold and other elements of the normal outdoor grove environment. Temperatures can range from 20 degrees F to over 100 degrees F during the period of employment. Workers should come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for the work and working conditions described.