Farm Equipment Mechanic

H2ajobs; Ellsworth Township (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Meals provided (kitchen facilities)

Weekly town transportation

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking workers to maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles on-site. You will dismantle, repair, reassemble, and test equipment, including engines and electrical components, with attention to safety and efficiency.

A valid driver's license within 30 days and English-speaking ability are required. Housing and meals are employer-provided, including access to kitchen facilities, and weekly transportation to town for personal errands may be included.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak English.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to obtain a driver’s license within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles (tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems).
• Dismantle defective machines, repair, reassemble, test operation and adjust as needed.
• Clean and lubricate parts; test and replace electrical components and wiring.

Skills

English proficiency

Driver's license

Physical stamina

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. Tune or overhaul engines. 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.

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: 3 months

Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Repetitive movements is required. 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.