Mechanic

This 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, ATVs, 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.
• Reporting status of repairs/assigned tasks at departmental shift start-up meetings.
• 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.

Ideal candidate would possess the following 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.

Eligible for a $5,000 Hiring Bonus