Agricultural Mechanic II

SUGAR CANE GROWERS COOPERATIVE OF FLORIDA • BELLE GLADE, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of heavy equipment and vehicles. Work involves diagnosing problems and performing repairs and preventive maintenance on all types of sugar cane harvesting and related equipment. Types of equipment will depend on area of assignment - harvester and tractor; trailer; or truck shop. Work is performed under limited supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative. Position relies on experience and exercises some independent judgement to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of mechanical experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of agricultural equipment; OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.
• Must possess and maintain a regular Class “E” Driver’s license
• Must have own set of tools
• Knowledge of heavy equipment mechanics
• Knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards related to equipment operation
• Skill in using mathematics required for the work
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment
• Ability to comprehend and convey mechanical information
• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and foggy working conditions depending on weather
• Ability to adapt quickly to a multicultural environment
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workers
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a service-oriented team
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, orally and in writing
• Ability to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe manner
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
• Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job duties
• Tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds).
• Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment.
• Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).
• Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity.
• Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors.
• Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified
• A/C certification
• Bilingual – English and Spanish
• Skill in the use of applicable department and organization specific software; ability to learn and become proficient in the use of other specialized software as may be required

Responsibilities

• Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all tractors, sugar cane harvest equipment, and any other equipment in the Agriculture Department’s field and shop operations
• Assists in the tire servicing of all types of equipment, including forklifts, front-end loaders, tractors and harvesting equipment
• Repairs harvest equipment (e.g., cane elevators, cane harvesters, tractors, air compressors) and any equipment utilized in support of agriculture
• Inspects and diagnoses equipment failure, performs timed repairs, and oversees the operation of numerous lifting devices, including proper rigging procedures
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment; maintains applicable service and repair logs
• Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices, and equipment
• Works collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goals
• Ensures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Follows organizational and public safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)
• 401(k) program with highly competitive match
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED