Green Spring Farms manages over 4,000 acres of vineyards, seed, blueberries, and vegetables, on farms located south of Corvallis to Dundee, OR. We have an immediate opening for an experienced Farm Mechanic.
This position will normally work Monday-Saturday up to 10 hours/day, 60 hours/week during the spring, summer, and fall months. Additional hours may be required during times of peak activity to support harvest machinery and seed processing equipment. During the winter months the normal work week is often Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.
Brief Description
This individual is a motivated self-starter with general to advanced mechanical ability responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of tractors, farm and vineyard equipment including implements, company vehicles, trucks, forklifts, pesticide and fertilizer application and seed processing equipment under the direct supervision and guidance of the Shop and Equipment Manager. Some fabrication and welding skills a plus, but not mandatory.
Basic Job Responsibilities
- Inspect vehicles, tractors and other equipment for needed repairs/ adjustments
- Perform required maintenance on vehicles, trucks, tractors, and related farm and seed processing including support equipment
- Make minor to major repairs on all the equipment listed above
- Ability to work with all company employees as a team member to achieve required results and success in a diverse operating environment
Key Qualifications
- Must supply own basic set of hand tools
- Basic to advanced knowledge of the operation of internal combustion and diesel engines and related power trains
- Basic to advanced knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems
- Basic to advanced knowledge of servicing requirements and maintenance procedures for motor vehicles, tractors, and seed processing equipment
- Basic to advanced mechanical ability and skills
- Ability to analyze and solve problems
- Ability to work alone with guidance and follow instructions of the Shop and Equipment Manager.
- Ability to plan work effectively and efficiently to achieve required results
- Ability to work safely by embracing, participating, and following company safety and training programs
- Ability to communicate effectively by phone and keep accurate written records
- Ability to work with outside vendors to order parts and supplies
Licenses and Certifications
- Valid driver’s license to operate company vehicles
- Farm Endorsement and or Commercial License and the ability to get one is a plus
- Technical and trade school certifications or attendance is a plus, but not required
- Able to qualify for the Company’s insurance carrier to operate on-road vehicles
Experience Desired
- Interpreting and applying technical information contained in mechanical maintenance, service, and repair manuals
- Diagnosing, listening to, and visually inspecting vehicles, forklifts, tractors, vineyard, and seed processing equipment to detect mechanical wear, damage, or reasons for failure
- Following instructions for adjusting and repairing mechanical systems
- Using common tools associated with repair of motor vehicles, tractors, and seed processing equipment.
Physical Environment
- Often working outdoors in extremes of heat/humidity/cold and other weather conditions
- Exposed to dust, noise, gasoline, diesel fuel, propane, solvents and other flammable and or toxic materials
- Works with flammable and toxic materials
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Work is strenuous involving pushing, pulling, gripping, standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, awkward body positions, walking on soft or uneven surfaces while performing required duties in shop, field, and facilities.
- Good vision & hearing
- Reasonable noise and dust/dirt/tolerance
- Ability to work long hours
- Ability to work swiftly and efficiently
- Must be able to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including Respirator
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person