Mechanic - $5,000 Hiring Bonus

Person Will Be Responsible For:

• Conducting quality repairs on all ALCC agriculture equipment, resulting in maximum functionality, reliability and longevity. Equipment types include, but are not limited to: feed and other trucks, heavy and construction equipment, tractors, loaders, skid steers, fork lifts, ATV’s, mowers, vehicles, motors and generators.

• Troubleshooting reported problems on equipment and vehicles, diagnosing breakdowns, repairing and resolving issues in a timely manner.

• Inspecting equipment, vehicles, engines, transmissions, mechanical and electrical components, as well as computer and electronic systems and running diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.

• Supporting a culture of proactive repairs versus reactive.

• Supporting the preventative maintenance program by educating equipment operators on proper daily maintenance.

• Maintaining shop equipment, shop and parts crib work areas, parts crib inventory and shop tools in satisfactory condition.

• Identifying continuous improvement opportunities in work area.

• Collaborating with external contract resources to accomplish repairs that are outsourced. Building and maintaining strong external business relationships.

• Collaborating with internal resources, as appropriate. Building and maintaining strong internal business relationships.

• Completing other duties, as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a mechanic.

• Excellent knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and electrical components of equipment and vehicles.

• Aptitude in using various hand tools, precision measurement tools and shop equipment.

• Ability to follow established procedures, read instructions, blueprints, auto cad drawings, etc.

• Working knowledge of diagnostic methods and systems.

• Very good problem-solving ability.

• Possess great attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects/work efforts.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience.

• Certification from a vocational school or completion of an apprenticeship is preferred.