About this opportunity
Olsen Custom Farms lists this Farm Equipment Mechanic opportunity in hendricks, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Duties
nStart Date: 12/01/2026
nEnd Date: 03/14/2027
nWork hours: 40 hours/week, ~8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
nMonday - Friday: 7 hours/day;
nSaturday: 5 hours/day
nMust Apply By: 01/22/2027
nJob Duties:
nThe job duties requested are only performed during the winter months when equipment is removed from custom combining and is no longer in use.
nThe job duties will require the position to perform the following tasks: post and preseason equipment and vehicle inspections; winterizing all farm equipment and vehicles for which it is required; overhaul farm machinery and vehicles; dismantle defective machines; reassemble machines and equipment; test operation of components; test and replace electrical components and wiring using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools; tune engines; replace or fix defective parts; fabricate new metal parts; patch or replace bent or torn sheet metal; disassemble equipment; service defective engines or replace engine components; adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance; test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning; clean equipment, parts, or tools to keep them in good working order; install machine or equipment replacement parts; test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning; paint and coat equipment with protective coatings; inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear; repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts; replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts; fabricate parts or components; and fix structural components.
nJob will also require snow and ice removal from equipment yard.
nMinimum Education Required
nNone. No High School Diploma or GED required.
nMinimum Experience Required
nMust have 2 months experience.
nJob will require periods when workers may be exposed to varying weather conditions and extensive sitting or walking. Random drug testing may occur post-hire at the employer's expense. These checks may be performed to ensure a safe housing and work environment for all workers. Positive drug test results or refusal to comply with testing may result in termination of employment.
nShift
nFirst (Day)
nNumber of Openings
n15
nPublic Transportation Accessible
nNo
nVeterans Encouraged to Apply
nYes
nPhysical Required
nNo
nDrug Test Required
nYes
nCompensation
n$19.88 / Hourly
nAdditional Compensation
nThe employer reserves the right to increase workers' pay or provide bonuses based on tenure, performance, or other factors that are solely based on the discretion of the employer
nAs required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.
nPostal Code
n56136
nJob Type
nFull Time
nPlace of Work
nOn-site
nRequisition ID
nH-2A#26-530
nJob Benefits
nEMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $16.78 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.
nEffective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.
nApplication Instructions
nSend resume listing experience to:
nMN DEED/FLC
nAttn: H-2A#26-530
n180 E. 5th St., Suite 1200, St. Paul, MN 55101
nFAX:
nEMAIL:
nCALL: Mary Garcia
nMust have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.
Worksite address
hendricks, MN, 56136, US
Who can apply
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