Farm Equipment Mechanic — Diesel & Electrical Tech

FONDOMONTE CALIFORNIA LLC; Blythe (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Fondomonte Blythe is seeking skilled Mechanics/Technicians to support our Blythe, CA operations. You will maintain, diagnose and repair heavy diesel equipment across cultivation, transportation, and power systems, perform routine maintenance, and assist startups and system checkouts.

The role emphasizes safe operations, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with supervisors to sustain production and quality in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience on heavy diesel engines desired.
• Repairs on heavy agricultural/industrial equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnose low-voltage electrical problems and rectify them.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good mechanical repair and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Genuine mechanical interest and aptitude.
• Experience with computerized diagnostic systems.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Mechanic certification desired.
• Ability to perform installations and fabrications; welding is a plus.
• Hydraulic diagnostic and repair.
• Knowledge of AC/DC electrical current.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and repair equipment to manufacturer specs and company standards.
• Diagnose cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction; repair or replace components.
• Check operation of cultivation, transportation, trucks, loaders, light vehicles, tractors, harvesting, pumping, well equipment and generators.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and adjustments; change filters and oil; weld as needed.
• Overhaul equipment as directed by maintenance manager.
• Record machinery hours, parts used and work performed.
• Assist with system startups and operational checkouts (config, wiring, calibration, grounding, power testing).
• Diagnose mechanical problems and reference blueprints/ manuals as needed.
• Maintain documentation for equipment and power installations.
• Follow safety and environmental policies; work with Supervisors to maintain production and quality.

Skills

Heavy diesel engines

Diagnose electrical problems

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Team player

Attention to detail

Welding

Computerized diagnostics

Hydraulic repair

AC/DC electrical

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Mechanic certification desired

Job description

Fondomonte Blythe is seeking skilled Mechanics/Technicians to support our Blythe, CA operations. You will maintain, diagnose and repair heavy diesel equipment across cultivation, transportation, and power systems, perform routine maintenance, and assist startups and system checkouts.

The role emphasizes safe operations, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with supervisors to sustain production and quality in a fast-paced agricultural environment.