About this opportunity
Tanimura & Antle lists this Harvest Mechanic opportunity in salinas, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Harvest Mechanic
The Harvest Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting the equipment used in the harvest process. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all harvesting machinery operates smoothly and efficiently during the harvest season. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, be familiar with agricultural machinery, and be capable of performing emergency repairs when needed to minimize downtime.
Locations: Salinas, CA; Yuma, AZ; Imperial, CA
Areas of Responsibility:
Maintains service truck, and all work areas clean, secured, stocked with parts, and well organized.
Responds to service calls, performs repairs, and minimizes equipment downtime.
Audits the condition of equipment and makes repair recommendations.
Complies with food safety (GAP) and quality control programs.
Has communication with foreman as required, takes orders, and works well with others.
Requirements:
Must be punctual and ready to go as the schedule fluctuates.
Must travel between harvesting regions (Salinas/Tres Picos/Yuma/Imperial).
Must have arc welding experience in aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel.
Must have good oxygen/acetylene torch skills.
Must possess own tools (hand, power, air, and cordless), and purchase own tools as necessary.
Must possess general knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic working systems.
Must have automotive electrical understanding and troubleshooting skills.
Must have diesel engine troubleshooting and repair experience.
Must have excellent organizational skills and be detail-oriented with good time management skills.
Must be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.
Must have good communication skills with all levels of hierarchy.
Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driver's record.
Worksite address
salinas, CA, 93911, US
Who can apply
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