Summary:Deseret Farms of California is seeking a proactive and solution-oriented
Mechanic to join our farm shop team. The Shop Mechanic makes safe and timely repairs as well as maintenance to ensure functional operation of all the farm equipment including on automotive, industrial, and Ag. A successful mechanic can diagnose problems and has the mechanical knowledge to solve them using safe, cost effective, and efficient methods.Responsibilities:
- Conduct transmission, differential and driveline repairs on both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
- Service local, remote, and satellite farm's equipment (oil, lube, filters, water, etc.), fuel field equipment, and maintain fuel, inventory, and service records.
- Assist with farm duties such as spraying, mowing, irrigating, pruning, etc.
- Perform repair of all power equipment in field as needed (tires, alternators, hydraulics, etc.).
- Perform in-shop repair of power units and other equipment, as required.
- Perform clutch, carburetor, alternator and gearbox repairs and adjustments.
- Skillfully completes air conditioning and heating maintenance and repairs, as well as engine overhauls and tune-ups of both gas and diesel engines.
- Repair and maintenance on brake systems for both hydraulic and air brakes.
- Weld and fabricate, as needed.
- Perform equipment evaluation with preventive maintenance in mind.
- Become proficient in the use of specialized tools, such as valve grinders, boring and resurfacing equipment, electrical testing equipment and others (e.g., drill press milling machine, metal lathe). Actively assist in keeping essential tools, filters, and parts available for shop use.
- Champion a world class safety culture by becoming familiar with all safety devices and emergency shutdown procedures including lockout-tag out procedures, as well as understanding MSDS sheets, pesticide labels and application notification procedures. Attend and actively participate in regular safety meetings and trainings.
- Upkeep on current industry education, renew job-related professional licenses/certifications, and cross-train in other tasks to serve as the back-up mechanic to others on the team.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in maintenance with various types of mechanized automation and system controls.
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Advanced education or industry-related training/certifications desired.
- Basic mechanical aptitude with some applicable training or experience.
- Valid in-state driver's license and First Aid and CPR card.
- Ability to operate a variety of farm equipment.
- Strong demonstrated problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills. Bilingual Spanish a plus
- Ability to work overtime (averaging 55-60hrs per week), nights, weekends and rotating shifts as required.
- Able to meet the physical requirements of the role which involves, but is not limited to heavy lifting, bending, kneeling and twisting repetitively throughout work shift. Stepping up, stepping down and kneeling required. Occasional long term standing on hard surfaces during work shift. Repetitive wrist, hand and finger movement that encompasses squeezing, rotating and bending. Arm movement encompasses extension, raising and bending. Neck movement encompasses raising, rotating, forward, backward and side to side.
- Able to work outside in year-round weather conditions including heat, cold, and rain.
AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.