Farm Equipment Mechanic

H2ajobs; Leavenworth (KS); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Employer-provided housing

Meals provided

Transportation reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

H2ajobs in Kansas is seeking a farm equipment technician to operate and inspect machines, diagnose defects, perform repairs, and overhaul tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. Duties include dismantling and reassembling equipment, testing electrical components, and fabricating parts as needed.

Applicants must have at least 3 months of experience, be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days, and pass drug and background checks.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3 months of experience in farm/equipment service required.
• Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire.
• Post-hire drug screen and criminal background check will be conducted at employer's expense.

Aufgaben

• Operate and inspect machines or heavy farm equipment to diagnose defects or mechanical problems.
• Repair or overhaul tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems; dismantle and reassemble for repair.
• Test electrical components and wiring; adjust and tune engines as needed.
• Fabricate parts with metalworking tools and weld or solder where required.
• Drive a pickup to town to pick up parts and supplies; maintain parts inventory.

Kenntnisse

Farm equipment maintenance

English speaking

Jobbeschreibung

Operate and inspect machines or heavy farm equipment to diagnose defects or mechanical problems. 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 upon reassembly. Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Tune or overhaul engines in preparation for Harvest or planting season. Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws. Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools. Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs. Drive a pickup truck to town to pick up parts and supplies as needed. 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: 3 months

Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Employer requires drug screen post hire at employers expense due to the liability of operating equipment. Employer requires criminal background check post-hire at employers' expense due to the presence of children on the farm. Failure to pass drug screen and/or criminal background check will result in termination of employment. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Extensive sitting 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.