Mechanic - Farm Equipment

Nutrien; Lyndonville (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainable agriculture and innovation. In this role, you will be integral to maintaining production machinery and ensuring operational efficiency. Your skills in mechanical and electrical systems will be put to the test as you perform repairs, conduct preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment issues. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with growers, enhancing their service experience and contributing to a more sustainable future. If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in equipment repairs and maintenance.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain production machines and equipment.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on various systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance

Tools

MIG welding

ARC welding

PLC systems

Forklift

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We're guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; ProvenSeed and Dyna-GroSeed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

What you will do:

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment


• Perform repair, troubleshooting or general maintenance work of various types of pumping systems, compressors, generators, reactors, heat exchangers, filters and agitators in operation


• Perform regular preventive maintenance on various types of production equipment, including but not limited to valves, electric motors, pumps, gear boxes and vehicles, machines and plant facilities

• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear; replace defective parts and reassembles equipment


• Perform repairs and fabrication of piping systems utilizing MIG and ARC welding techniques


• Assist with the installation and troubleshooting of PLC controlled automated systems including actuated valves, pumps, flow meters, scales and associated interlocks and safety systems


• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service


• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities

• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines


• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments


• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions


• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision


• Work directly with the growers to manage service needs on the job site such as calibrating fertilizer and spray rigs


• Maybe asked to Operate Custom Sprayer & Tractor in the field


• Tow, deliver and operate equipment


• Load and deliver product to designated fields


• Perform daily vehicle inspection and maintains facility yard


• Comply with all policies, regulations & record keeping


• Work overtime during busy season, as needed


• Perform otherduties as assigned

What you will bring:

• High school diploma/GED


• Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance is a plus


• 2+ years of forklift experience preferred

• 2+ years of experience/training in making repairs on equipment


• Class A CDL preferred


• Farm equipment operation experience a plus

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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