Farm Shop Mechanic

Description Of Primary Duties

• Must be able to travel for long periods of time during green bean harvest season to repair equipment, operate equipment, move equipment, and perform other duties that help to ensure a successful harvest.
• Drive tractor or dump truck.
• Work in farm shop repairing and refurbishing farm equipment during the off season.
• Diagnose (troubleshoot) and repair of gas engines, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, etc.
• Reading of wiring schematics.
• Able to arc weld, fabricate, and use gas torch for welding and cutting.
• Able to work with tools such as presses, band saw, chain hoist, air tools, grinders, and hydraulic jacks.

Qualifications

• Must have own tools for the job.
• Must be willing to be away from the plant for an extended period during the harvest season.
• Must have work experience in gas and diesel mechanical.
• Must have experience in and ability to repair heavy electrics on machinery.
• Must have experience in and the ability to fabricate, weld and use a cutting torch.
• Must have hydraulics experience including troubleshooting and rebuilding hydraulic systems.
• Must have ability to read electrical and hydraulics schematics related to this department.
• Reliable, excellent attendance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record with the ability to obtain a medical card and chauffer’s license.
• Flexibility to work a day or night shift.