Farm Equipment Mechanic

H2ajobs; Edgar (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Meals included

Weekly town transportation

Job summary

H2ajobs in Nebraska is seeking a farm equipment technician to maintain, repair, and overhaul tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems, and other farm machinery. The job involves dismantling defective parts, reassembling, testing, adjusting, and performing electrical repairs as needed.

Applicants should have at least 6 months of relevant experience and must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days. English speaking is required, and a background check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience is required.
• Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to speak English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles such as tractors and harvesters.
• Dismantle defective machines for repair using hand tools and reassemble after repair.
• Repair or replace electrical components and wiring with test meters and soldering equipment.
• Install and service irrigation, plumbing, and sprinkler systems on the farm.
• Operate trucks to transport tools and equipment for on-site repairs.

Skills

English speaking

Job description

Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. Dismantle defective machines for repair, using hand tools. Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation and making adjustments, as necessary. Clean and lubricate parts. Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws. Drive trucks to haul tools and equipment for on-site repair of large machinery. Install and repair agricultural irrigation, plumbing, and sprinkler systems. No CDL Required and no commercial truck driving required.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Employer-provided housing includes free and convenient kitchen facilities with appropriate equipment, appliances, cooking accessories, and dishwashing facilities for meal preparation. For workers residing in employer-provided housing, employer also provides free transportation once per week to/from closest town or city for personal errands (e.g., groceries, banking services).

Transport: The employer will permit workers to select any means of transportation they choose and provide reimbursement upon arrival at the farm for all inbound and outbound transportation at no less than the most economical and reasonable common carrier transportation charges for the distance involved. This may include plane, train, bus, or automobile.

Experience wanted: 6 months

Minimum of 6 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Employer requires criminal background check post-hire at employers' expense due to the presence of children and expensive tools and equipment on the farm. Failure to pass criminal background check will result in termination of employment. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Workers must be able to speak English. Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion.