Harvest Equipment Mechanic – Field & Shop

Seneca Foods; Ripon (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Seneca Foods in Ripon, WI is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our team. The Ag Mechanic will monitor product flow during harvesting and perform preventative maintenance on harvesting equipment in the off-season, with in-house training on shop equipment like mills, lathes, welding, hydraulics, and more.

The Ripon Ag Shop combines field and shop work, offering a unique environment where mechanics overhaul equipment in the off-season and repair in the field during harvest.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of related mechanical experience.
• Valid Driver's License (CDL beneficial but not required).
• Basic use of hand and power tools; own tools required.
• Welding and fabrication skills would be a plus.
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Reliability and dependability are essential.
• Position requires extended work hours during harvest season.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair a variety of agricultural equipment.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns to determine causes of operating problems.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on harvest equipment and related systems; may include modifications.
• Overhaul and rebuild equipment during non-processing season.
• Maintain cost control over equipment for budget purposes.
• Support maintenance in other facility areas as needed.
• Ensure product flow meets company quality standards during harvest.
• Comply with GMPs and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with Area Supervisors to maintain production and quality.
• Supervise seasonal employees during harvest.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Valid driver's license

Hand tools usage

Power tools usage

Welding

Fabrication

English reading & writing

Reliability

Extended harvest hours

Tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication tools

Job description

Seneca Foods in Ripon, WI is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our team. The Ag Mechanic will monitor product flow during harvesting and perform preventative maintenance on harvesting equipment in the off-season, with in-house training on shop equipment like mills, lathes, welding, hydraulics, and more.

The Ripon Ag Shop combines field and shop work, offering a unique environment where mechanics overhaul equipment in the off-season and repair in the field during harvest.