Diesel Technician/Ag Shop Mechanic

ZipRecruiter; Tipton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing agricultural organization in Tipton is seeking a qualified Diesel Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty diesel trucks. Candidates should have strong mechanical skills, experience with farm machinery, and the ability to conduct electrical and hydraulic diagnostics. This full-time position offers competitive wages and various benefits including health insurance and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K with match

Paid time off during plant shutdown

Flexibility and variety of jobs/tasks

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical ability and knowledge of heavy-duty diesel trucks.
• Experience with 12-volt electrical systems and hydraulic repairs is required.
• Basic diagnostic skills and record-keeping abilities are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty diesel trucks.
• Conduct DOT inspections and repairs on electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Strong mechanical ability

Basic knowledge of heavy-duty diesel trucks

Experience working on farm machinery

12-volt electrical diagnostic/repair

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Total Seed Production is looking for a qualified Diesel Technician/Ag Shop mechanic.

The qualified candidate must have:

• Strong mechanical ability

• Basic knowledge and understanding of repairing or replacing all structural, body, and mechanic parts of a heavy-duty diesel truck.
• Must be proficient with brakes, drivelines, and mechanical engine components on heavy-duty diesel trucks.

• Experience working on farm machinery/equipment and/or Semi Tractor/Trailers

• 12-volt electrical diagnostic/repair; DOT inspections
• Hydraulic system diagnostic/repair
• Basic computer and record-keeping skills are needed.

Other skills but not required:

• Experience with GPS installation/operations
• Welding/repairing of farm machinery
• Ability to operate farm/seed equipment
• Heavy equipment operator.

Standard work hours are 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday thru Friday but must be willing and able to work long hours and weekends during peak seasons. Having a positive attitude, and the ability to work independently as well as part of the team is a must!

Total Seed Production offers the following benefits:

• Stable and Growing Organization
• Full-Time Employment
• Competitive Wages
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K w/match
• Plant shut down between Christmas and New Year with paid time off
• Holiday/Vacation/Personal Days after 90 days
• Flexibility and variety of jobs/tasks