Harvest Mechanic/Welder

U.S. Sugar • Union, FL

11d • $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanic/Welder will safely, accurately, and efficiently, maintain, service, and repair sugar cane harvesting and related equipment in a fast paced, team based, and constantly changing work environment. Multi-Craft will be responsible for performing accurate diagnosis, overhaul, and repair of all equipment, performing time based repairs and inspections, performing welding repairs and fabrication, and must be able to follow procedures and planned work schedules while responding to emergencies as directed by supervision. The scope of the job duties encompasses all facets of equipment maintenance within Harvest Operations.

Requirements

• Ability and motivation to perform job functions safely, correctly, and efficiently.
• Full understanding and operating knowledge of scanners, multi-meters, flow meters, etc.
• Able and motivated to listen, learn, gain experience and judgment, and follow accepted repair industry standards, in order to plan and accomplish a variety of tasks with minimal supervision.
• Must meet all of the Harvest Mechanic qualifications.
• Must meet all of the Harvest Welder qualifications.
• Must have at least 10 years of work experience in the mobile equipment and/or vehicle maintenance field.
• Furnish and utilize the necessary tools and equipment in performance of the required job functions.
• Tools listed on the Harvest Mechanic and the Harvest Welder minimum tool list are required to begin job.
• Basic working ability utilizing desktop/laptop/thin client computers in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc. and other computer programs.
• Ability to work with others and or alone with minimum supervision.
• Ability to read, speak and write English.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate information pertaining to the job.
• Ability to work anywhere within the company and in variable/extreme weather conditions.
• Must have a valid Florida driver’s license Class E or above.
• Capable of obtaining a forklift certification within 30 days of job award.
• Capable of obtaining mobile crane certification.
• Must have successfully completed the TOST and/or Ramsey Test.

Nice To Haves

• Commitment and dedication to reducing equipment downtime and failures.
• Clear communication skills and a strong desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate diagnosis, overhaul, and repair of all equipment.
• Perform time based repairs and inspections.
• Perform welding repairs and fabrication.
• Follow procedures and planned work schedules.
• Respond to emergencies as directed by supervision.
• Maintain, service, and repair sugar cane harvesting and related equipment.
• Operate various lifting devices including proper rigging procedures.
• Accurately read, understand, and interpret shop manuals, wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, flow charts, and parts books.
• Visually identify leaking/loose/worn/broken/dirty components on cane harvesting and industrial equipment.
• Actively and effectively assist team members as required.
• Commitment and dedication to reducing equipment downtime and failures.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities including the use of a computerized maintenance management system.
• Order parts per work management process.
• Perform mathematical calculations pertaining to the job.
• Accurately use and read tape measures, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and other related measuring instruments.
• Read and understand mobile equipment instrumentation.
• Follow proper safety and housekeeping procedures pertaining to the area.
• Successfully complete any required orientation, training, and continuing education courses.

Benefits

• Ownership stake in the company through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Challenging work.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive work environment where safety is the top priority.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed