Heavy Equipment Mechanic

ALMACO; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ALMACO, a leader in seed research solutions, seeks a Remote Heavy Equipment Mechanic to perform maintenance on agricultural machinery. This dynamic role involves traveling across the U.S. and requires mechanical expertise along with strong communication skills. Join this family-owned firm that values autonomy and creativity, with competitive pay and generous benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Free health insurance option

Flexible schedules

Company vehicle

Company cell phone

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Employer-Paid Disability Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clients and teamwork.
• Experience in mechanical repair of equipment.
• Basic understanding of AC/DC electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on agricultural equipment.
• Coordinate client visits and provide remote support.
• Train clients on equipment usage.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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ALMACO is currently seeking a Remote Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

Location: This is a remote, field service position that works remotely in the United States. Candidates living near or relocating to Indianapolis, IN are preferred. ALAMCO is based out of headquarters in Nevada, IA.

You are an energetic person who wants to travel the world. You want to work independently with flexible hours and you provide support at the highest level. You like to be out and about for work, not sitting in an office, and you enjoy solving mechanical puzzles, taking things apart, and putting them back together. You like to talk to people, and you like it better when you can improve their day. You've got great mechanical skills and a good understanding of electrical, computer, and hydraulic systems. You're not averse to travel - in this job you would be traveling for several days at a time throughout the US and internationally.

Great Things About ALMACO

• We offer a free health insurance option for employees!
• We offer flexible schedules so you can take care of the things that matter. In addition, PTO starts accruing on day one.
• We're a family-owned company, and the owners know you by name and care about you as a person.
  
  

Compensation

• This position starts at $30 / hour with overtime benefits starting after 40 hours of work in a week.
• Company vehicle
• Company cell phone
• Gas and Travel expenses paid
  
  

Day-to-day Tasks In This Position

• Visit client sites for preventative maintenance, upgrades, and emergency repairs of our agricultural equipment. (Field Service Techs support all of the components on each machine: mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical.)
• Speak to customers on the phone and via email to coordinate visits as well as provide remote support.
• Provide training and education to large and small groups about the use of our equipment and each specific machine.
• Assist Engineering and Quality departments in the testing and development of new and modified research equipment.
• Promote sales and service of ALMACO equipment while providing excellent customer support.
  
  

Qualifications For The Field Service Technician

• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving record, and eligibility for a Passport, as well as ability to be insured in rental cars (age 21 or older.)
• Very good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with a wide range of people.
• Great mechanical skills. (Experience with large machinery will be helpful, but any experience with mechanical repair of equipment is great.)
• Basic understanding of AC/DC electrical systems, computer systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and be on-call, ready to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Travel will occur about 80% for this position, and will regularly include multiple-day trips in the United States
• A company vehicle, phone, and computer will be provided, and travel expenses are paid.
  
  

About ALMACO

ALMACO is the leader in providing innovative solutions to our clients in the seed research industry. Our niche business provides solutions for planting, harvesting and seed processing around the world. We offer a family business working atmosphere that incites autonomy and creativity while delivering results in the workplace. We have a solid reputation in the marketplace and vast opportunities in domestic and international growth. Our products include combines, planters, software, and electronics that automate the planting and harvesting processes and deliver solutions and value to the seed research industry.

Benefits Include

• Company Vehicle
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance (with a $0 premium option!)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Employer-Paid Disability Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance including Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Legal/Financial Consultation
• EAP
  
  

National Career Readiness Certificate is welcome.

ALMACO is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation,) national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A post-offer pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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