Agriculture Equipment Mechanic

Overview

Thompson First Group is currently seeking a qualified Agriculture Equipment Mechanic for a local client in Clatyon, DE. Candidates who have a background working on farm equipment, such as combines and tractors are encouraged to apply.

• Perform routine maintenance on all equipment (lubrication, oil change, etc.)
• Monitors field conditions and communicates same to management
• Diagnose and assist in the repair of minor mechanical problems such as belt slippage, flat tires, tracing electrical failures/shorts, rebuild hydraulic pumps, replacement of water pumps, thermostats, and other mechanical parts, etc.
• Diagnose and repair highly complex mechanical problems such as total rebuild of combines or harvesters, installation/programming of computer software, new wiring, etc.
• Identify potential problems (mechanical or field conditions) and react appropriately.
• Maintain and repair facilities used for maintenance and storage of harvesting equipment.
• Work closely with Custom Harvest and Field Supervisors to permit timely harvest of high-quality product.
• Perform basic fabrications as needed.
• Supervise Field Crew as needed.
• Adhere to common safety practices and procedures.
• Responsible for following all Company policies and procedures, as well as any Local, State and/or Federal regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Must have a minimum of high school diploma, equivalent (GED), or demonstrated proficiency through previous job experience and/or training in related performance responsibilities as listed below.
• Ability to handle physical exertion
• Must be willing to travel as harvest deems necessary

• Possess a valid drivers license
• Must be willing to travel as the harvest deems necessary
• Must have a minimum three (3) general mechanical experience preferably with agriculture equipment or heavy equipment.
• Completion of appropriate vocational/agriculture technical school training may be substituted with years of experience

Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.