Farm Equipment Technician—Maintenance, Upgrades & Welding

Haverkamp Farm Management Inc; Slater (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Haverkamp Farm Management in Iowa is seeking a hands-on maintenance professional to oversee shop operations, welding, fabrication, hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, engine work, tire service, and related tasks.

You will track and schedule equipment maintenance, operate heavy farm machinery, manage inventory of tools and spare parts, and budget for maintenance expenses while tracking downtime and repair costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in shop operations; welding, fabrication, hydraulic/electrical troubleshooting, engine work, tire service.
• Track and schedule equipment maintenance.
• Operate heavy farm machinery.
• Manage inventory of tools, supplies and spare parts.
• Budget for maintenance expenses, track metrics like downtime and repair costs.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment upgrades based on data-driven insights.

Job description

Haverkamp Farm Management in Iowa is seeking a hands-on maintenance professional to oversee shop operations, welding, fabrication, hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, engine work, tire service, and related tasks.

You will track and schedule equipment maintenance, operate heavy farm machinery, manage inventory of tools and spare parts, and budget for maintenance expenses while tracking downtime and repair costs.