Farm Equipment Mechanic

H2ajobs; Hamilton (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Meals provided

Transportation to work

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking a Farm Equipment Mechanic in North Dakota. You will examine, diagnose, dismantle, repair and reassemble farm machinery, test operations, and adjust equipment for optimal performance. The role is shop-based with potential weekend work and housing/meals provided on site.

Applicants must be 18+, have at least 3 months of experience, and obtain a valid US driver's license within two weeks. A drug-free workplace is required and processing allows company-provided housing.

Qualifications

• Experience required: 3 months minimum in farm equipment/mechanics.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Driver's license required within 2 weeks of hire.
• Drug/alcohol/tobacco free work zone.

Responsibilities

• Examine equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions.
• Dismantle defective machines for repair and replace parts.
• Reassemble machines and test operations after repair.
• Clean and lubricate parts; test electrical components and adjust equipment.
• Tune or overhaul engines and ensure optimal performance.

Skills

3 months exp

US Driver's License

Job description

Duties may include: Job duties include but are not limited to the following: Examine equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions. Dismantle defective machines for repair. Repair or replace defective parts. Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operations and making adjustments, as necessary. Clean and lubricate parts. Test and replace electrical components. Tune or overhaul engines. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. This job is spent primarily in the shop & other related Farm Equipment Mechanic activities as per SOC/OES 49-3041 (onetonline.org).

Possible weekend/holiday work. Employees will be provided with a 30-minute unpaid meal break and standard rest breaks during the workday.

The employer may choose to pay experienced workers, regardless of origin, more than the published minimum wage rate.

See attached Addendum C.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: The employer will furnish cooking facilities, utilities, and utensils for workers to prepare their own meals in the housing provided kitchen. Included basic appliances will consist of, but is not limited to, refrigerator, stove/oven, and sink with hot and cold-water connections.All appliances included will be in good, working condition for the workers. Employer will provide transportation to grocery store at least once a week for workers who wish to shop for food.

Transport: The employer will provide or pay for charter bus services or other modes of transportation to H-2A or U.S. workers, or permit workers to select any means of transportation they choose and reimburse workers at no less than the most economical and reasonable common carrier transportation charges for the distances involved in traveling (a) to the place of employment from the place from which the worker has come to work for the employer (i.e., inbound) and (b) from the ... See attached Addendum C.

Experience wanted: 3 months

Must be 18 years of age. Worker has 3 days from date of hire to show proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Drug/alcohol/tobacco free work zone. Static strength; exert max muscle force to lift, push, pull, unload, carry objects up to 75lbs (possible 2-person); may climb, walk, stand, reach, balance, sit, stoop, bend, squat, wash, clean: equip, grounds, area. All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform work described and must be available for the entire period specified and work throughout all areas of intended employment. Variable weather conditions may apply. Worker must be able to obtain a valid US Driver's License within 2 weeks of reporting to work and possess/maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Bonus potential based on work performance at the sole discretion of the employer. Employees are expected to keep employer-provided vehicles clean and free of trash. Workers may not post or remove notices, signs, or ... See attached Addendum C.