Farm Equipment Mechanic & Service Technician

H2ajobs; Hancock (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transportation to groceries

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians to work on agricultural machinery in Minnesota. Responsibilities include dismantling, repairing, testing, and reassembling equipment using hand tools, test meters, and soldering equipment to ensure proper performance per manufacturers' specs.

The role requires two months of experience, the ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and the need to obtain a driver’s license after hire.

Qualifications

• 2 months of experience required for the listed duties.
• Must be able to obtain a valid driver's license after hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must speak and understand English.
• Random drug testing may be required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle defective machines using hand tools and inspect for wear.
• Test and replace electrical components and wiring; record parts used.
• Repair bent or torn sheet metal and reassemble equipment.
• Calibrate and adjust machines to meet manufacturer specs; test performance.
• Dismantle/reassemble equipment using hoists, jacks, and other lifting gear.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Test meters

Soldering equipment

Job description

Workers will be performing job duties related to SOC code 49-3041 Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians. Job duties will include but not be limited to: Dismantle defective machines, using hand tools. Record details of repairs made and parts used. Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports, to locate and diagnose malfunctions. Repair bent or torn sheet metal. Clean and lubricate parts before re-installing. Remove and replace damaged or worn parts. Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications. Dismantle and reassemble equipment using hoists, jack stands, cranes, jacks, blocking supports and other tools. Examine parts for damage or excessive wear; Fit bearings to adjust, fix, or overhaul equipment. Thaw equipment and clean dirt, grease, debris, ice etc. from equipment using power-washer, hoses, rags, heaters and other tools. This work will include dismantling and reassembling tillage tools, planters, seeders, augers, conveyors, diggers, harvesters, wagons, and other stationary and self-propelled machinery. Perform equipment calibrating and final adjustments for machines as necessary. Must speak and understand English.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Employer will furnish free and convenient cooking and kitchen facilities, all of which are in working order, including refrigeration, space for food preparation, cooking accessories and utensils, appliances, and dishwashing facilities so that workers may prepare their own meals. Kitchen facilities include adequate sinks with hot and cold water under pressure. Employer will provide transportation once a week to assure workers access to stores where they can purchase groceries, when the employer is providing cooking and kitchen facilities.

Transport: See Addendum C

Experience wanted: 2 months

Two (2) months of recent and verifiable experience required for the job duties listed. Must be able to obtain appropriate drivers license following hire and obtain clean driving record. Be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Once hired, worker may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to the worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment.