Farm Equipment Mechanic

Norman Pool Seed & Equipment; Town Creek (AL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Free meals included housing

Transportation reimbursement / weekly

Employer-provided housing with kitchen

Job summary

H2ajobs in Town Creek, AL seeks a farm laborer to repair and overhaul tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. You will dismantle defective units, reassemble after repair, test operation, and adjust components as needed.

Responsibilities include fabricating parts, tuning engines, wiring tests, and occasional pickup travel for parts. A minimum of 3 months' experience and ability to obtain a license within 30 days are required.

Qualifications

• Experience required: 3 months minimum.
• Must be able to obtain a driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
• Lift up to 70 pounds; work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles; dismantle and reassemble for repair.
• Test operation, replace electrical components, and perform wiring checks.
• Fabricate parts, tune engines, and use hand/machine tools as needed.
• Drive a pickup to town to pick up parts and perform cleaning and lubrication.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical strength

Job description

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. Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Drive a pickup truck into town on occasion to pick up parts. 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. Lift and carry items weighing up to 70 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Frequent stooping 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.