Farm Equipment Mechanic & Service Technician

H2ajobs; Leachville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Transport to stores

Job summary

H2ajobs in Arkansas seeks a skilled farm equipment mechanic to rebuild and overhaul tractors, harvesters, planters, and related gear. You will dismantle and reassemble using hand tools, welding gear, and machine tools, following safety protocols.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 months verifiable experience, can lift up to 50 lbs, possess a valid driver's license, and must pass a drug test while speaking English. Employer provides housing and meals; transportation to groceries may be provided.

Qualifications

• Three months of verifiable experience in machinery repair.
• Ability to read inspection reports and diagnose malfunctions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work safely.

Responsibilities

• Rebuild and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles such as tractors and harvesters.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment using hand tools and power tools.
• Read inspection reports to locate malfunctions and document repairs and parts used.
• Test repaired systems and adjust operation to required performance.
• Use milling, woodworking machinery, lathes, and welding equipment as needed.
• Maintain safety protocols and work in a clean, organized shop.
• Must speak and understand English.

Skills

Machinery repair experience

English proficiency

Physical strength

Tools

Hand tools

Drill presses

Engine lathes

Welding equipment

Grinders

Saws

Job description

Job duties include: rebuild and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, tillage tools, planters/seeders, hay equipment, pickups, semi's etc. Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation and making adjustments, as necessary. Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports to locate and diagnose malfunctions. Record details of repairs made and parts used. Dismantle defective machines for repair, using hand tools. Clean and lubricate parts. Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws. Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Tune or overhaul engines. Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Repair bent or torn sheet metal. Remove openers from planters/seeders and rebuild as necessary replacing bearings, blades and worn parts. Rebuild seed meters and calibrate. Rebuild hydraulic cylinders, hoses and other parts. Disassemble peanut combines and rebuild using new parts. Disassemble and rebuild wheel motors, engines and pumps. Operate power washer to remove dirt and oil before and after rebuilding equipment. Load semi's with hopper bottom trailers; drive and deliver grain to market or ports using semi and hopper bottom trailer. Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and the team. 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: 3 months

Three (3) months 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 50 lbs. Once hired, worker may be required to take a drug test at no cost to the worker and be subject to the employers drug free and alcohol free workplace policy including testing protocols. Testing positive for an illegal/controlled substance or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment.