Mechanical Technician (PT or FT)

Bish Enterprise; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

PPE Provided

Tool Assistance

Partner Discounts

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Bish Enterprises is a family-owned and operated business serving farmers since 1957. The Mechanical Technician role focuses on diagnostics and repairs of agricultural and lifting equipment, with a starting wage of 16.50–24 per hour.

You will service customer-owned and dealer-owned machinery, perform maintenance, and help keep tools and vehicles in top condition. Responsibilities include diagnostics, repairs, safety compliance, and timely service reporting.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 75 pounds as required without assistance.
• Willingness to travel to training events and service calls as needed.
• Ability to work extended hours during the week and on weekends.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle status, with current driver’s license, and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Owns mechanic toolset appropriate for the work required.
• Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of Ag, Automotive, & Lifting equipment

Responsibilities

• Equipment and Tools: Maintains good condition and cleanliness of company vehicles inventory, tools, and equipment, including the return of tools to storage areas.
• Safety: Follows all company and common-sense safety policies, while using all required personal safety equipment.
• Service Diagnostics: Performs basic / complex diagnostics on agricultural / construction / diesel equipment, determining what repairs are needed and/or recommended for future attention / maintenance.
• Service Paperwork: Completes all reports and forms for service operations in a timely and accurate manner.
• Service Repairs: Performs repairs on above equipment (electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, diesel) as requested.
• Service Training / Development: Participates in all requested job-related training and development, as well as taking an active interest in improving skills with other training programs.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with other technicians, parts, and sales personnel. Mentors Mechanical Technician Apprentices and junior Technicians as able. Works after hours (daily or weekend) as required.

Skills

Lift 75 lbs

Customer service

Diagnostics

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Valid driver's license

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Forklifts

Hydraulic lifts

Job description

Bish Enterprises is a family-owned and -operated business built on the vision of its founder, Harv Bish. Harv’s agricultural ingenuity dates back to 1957, when he patented a corn-sheller conversion for combines. Two decades later, in 1976, he officially founded Bish Enterprises in Giltner, Nebraska, to deliver innovative harvesting solutions to farmers. Today, under the leadership of third-generation owner Andrew Bish, our family works alongside a talented team of engineers, fabricators and field specialists to carry forward our founder’s spirit of ingenuity and farmer-first service.

Our Mission is to empower farmers with high-performance agricultural equipment that maximizes yield, reduces waste and delivers lasting value. We innovate responsibly, build strong partnerships with growers and invest in rural communities to support long-term success.

Job Description

Job Description:

The Mechanical Technician is responsible for performing both basic and complex diagnostics and on agricultural and lifting equipment. Starting wage from $16.50 - $24 / hour! The Mechanical Technician is responsible to perform repairs and maintenance on both customer-owned, or dealer-owned, equipment, including corn headers, other combine headers, and a variety of other agricultural implements. In addition, maintenance will be performed on the fleet of vehicles and lifting equipment the company uses. The Mechanical Technician is responsible for ensuring a clean and safe work environment, continually develop technical skills with evolving products, and perform work at customers sites as required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Equipment and Tools: Maintains good condition and cleanliness of company vehicles inventory, tools, and equipment, including the return of tools to storage areas.
• Safety: Follows all company and common-sense safety policies, while using all required personal safety equipment. Ensures a safe work environment in his bay; reports any issues in the bay or other service work areas to the manager for follow-up.
• Service Diagnostics: Performs basic / complex diagnostics on agricultural / construction / diesel equipment, determining what repairs are needed and/or recommended for future attention / maintenance. This can be for either customer-owned equipment located at the shop or at the customer’s site, or dealer-owned equipment (inspections).
• Service Paperwork: Completes all reports and forms for service operations in a timely and accurate manner. This would include inspection reports, work orders, etc. Uses computers/tablets for data entry as required. Ensure management is aware of any issues/surprises which can impact customer billing or satisfaction. Ensures accurate timekeeping for job costing.
• Service Repairs: Performs repairs on above equipment (electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, diesel) as requested. Accountable for performing quality work and attaining stated goals for efficiency.
• Service Training / Development: Participates in all requested job-related training and development, as well as taking an active interest in improving skills with other training programs.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with other technicians, parts, and sales personnel. Mentors Mechanical Technician Apprentices and junior Technicians as able. Works after hours (daily or weekend) as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 75 pounds as required without assistance
• Ability to travel to training events and service calls as needed
• Ability to work extended hours during the week and on weekends
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle status, with current driver’s license, and ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used in service shops (diagnostic equipment, forklifts, hydraulic lifts, etc.)
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Owns mechanic toolset appropriate for the work required.
• Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of Ag, Automotive, & Lifting equipment

Additional Information

Job Type:

• Part Time or Full Time

Compensation:

• Starting wage from $16.50 - $24 / hour

Hours/Work Week:

• Hours will mostly be from Monday – Friday
• Customer deadlines and agricultural seasonality may require additional availability

Benefits & Advantages:

Working at Bish is not just a job! It’s an opportunity to grow your skills and further your career - all while receiving top-notch benefits. We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Note: Some benefits are only available at FT status

• Dental and Vision Insurance Options
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Basic PPE Provided (shop team members)
• Tool Assistance & Finance Program
• Partner Discounts
• Company Matched 401(k) Program

Competitive advantages of working at Bish Enterprises:

• Competitive wage
• Benefits include PTO, 401K, and more
• Work on the forefront of the agricultural industry
• Small team environment with a family-owned company
• Ability for upwards growth
• Consistent variety of work

For a complete job description, please visit our website at https://bishenterprise.com/job-descriptions

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