Mechanic - AgVantage FS - Hazleton, IA

FS System; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) & Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

FS System is seeking a skilled technician based in Louisiana, Iowa to schedule and perform vehicle and equipment repairs. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and an acceptable CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements.

The role includes maintaining service records, managing parts inventory, and ensuring safety compliance. In addition, competitive benefits like a fully funded pension and 401(k) are offered to enhance employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of related work experience required.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Normally requires an acceptable CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Schedules vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Maintains inventory of parts necessary for repairs.
• Responsible for housekeeping of the shop.

Skills

Fabrication

Cutting

Welding

Engine service/maintenance/adjustments

Automotive electrical

Brake adjustment/repair

Hydraulic troubleshooting/repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. AgVantage FS has about 400 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 23,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, precision agronomy, and agri‑finance. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Schedules and performs vehicle and equipment repairs in response to requests from staff and location managers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Schedules maintenance and repairs of vehicles and equipment as requested.

Maintains an appropriate inventory of parts necessary for repairs and maintenance.

Maintains service records of each piece of equipment and vehicle to document a quality maintenance program and meet DOT requirements.

Responsible for housekeeping of the shop.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

May be required to provide backup to drivers in the Energy and Crops Departments.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma, or the equivalent thereof, and 5 years or more of related work experience.

Required skills include fabrication, cutting, welding, bearing replacement, engine service/maintenance/adjustments (both gas & diesel), automotive electrical, brake adjustment/repair (both mechanical & air) and hydraulic troubleshooting/repair.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Normally requires an acceptable CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements.

Frequently exposed or required to:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Confined spaces
• Required to push heavy objects

Ability to work extended hours.

Ability to travel independently and overnight.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well‑being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type.

Nearest Major Market: Waterloo
Nearest Secondary Market: Cedar Falls
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