Farm Equipment Mechanic

H2ajobs; Sawyer (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transport reimbursement

Job summary

H2ajobs in Sawyer, ND seeks a hands-on farm equipment technician to maintain, repair, and overhaul tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. You will dismantle defective machines, record repairs, reassemble, test performance, and adjust as needed.

The role requires at least 3 months' experience, the ability to lift 70 pounds, English communication, and a driver's license within 30 days. Housing, meals, and transportation support are provided by the employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of experience.
• Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days.
• Lift up to 70 pounds.
• Exposed to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Must speak English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles.
• Dismantle defective machines for repair.
• Record details of repairs and parts used.
• Reassemble machines, test operation, and adjust as needed.
• Clean and lubricate parts.
• Test and replace electrical components.
• Repair or replace defective parts using hand tools, milling, welding, and related equipment.
• Repair bent or torn sheet metal.

Skills

English fluency

Driver's license

Heavy lifting

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. Record details of repairs made and parts used. 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. Repair bent or torn sheet metal.

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 70 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. 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.

Benefits

• 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.
• Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion.