Tractor Technician

Description

The Tractor Technician is tasked with diagnosing mechanical problems, performing repairs, and carrying out maintenance on tractors. This role ensures that all equipment operates safely and efficiently. The Technician is responsible for troubleshooting issues, replacing or repairing defective parts, and adhering to safety standards. Routine inspections and thorough documentation of all maintenance and repair activities are also key aspects of this position.

Essential Functions:

• Diagnoses mechanical failures and repairs tractors and its components according to manuals, factory specifications, and knowledge of engine performances, using hand tools, power tools, and testing instruments:
  Attaches compression, ignition, and timing test instruments to certain parts of tractor, using clamps and hand tools.
• Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc.) aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity
• Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g. leaks)
• Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance job
• Keep logs on work and issues
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition
• May perform diagnosis and repair in the field

Requirements

• Must have your own tools, we provide large shop type tools that are newer quality tooling & specialty engine tools
• 3+ years of experience performing service repairs
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural equipment
• Valid CA driver's license required
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. repeatedly

Fowler Packing 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.