Agricultural Equipment Mechanic Needed - Gpac
Slidell, LA
About the Job
We are looking for an experienced Field Service Tech or Ag Equipment Mechanic / Diesel Technician for a well-respected, multi-location Ag Equipment Sales and Service company. Qualified applicants understand the importance of doing a job correctly and the value of satisfied customers. Regular duties include basic diagnostics, full-service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment in the shop and service locations.
About the Company:
- A well-respected agriculture equipment service and sales company.
- A leadership team that works alongside the techs to support and drive efficiency.
- Be a part of a diverse team of mechanics with over a hundred years of combined experience in the ag equipment industry.
- Family-owned, tight-knit culture.
- Several locations.
Ag Equipment Mechanic Responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment.
- Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
- Deliver quality repairs in a timely fashion.
- Work as part of a team.
- Communicate effectively with customers and team members.
- Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly manner.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
Ag Equipment Mechanic Qualifications:
- 3+ years’ experience performing service repairs, preferred.
- Will consider heavy equipment experience, but prefer farm machinery experience.
- Ability to perform repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures.
- Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural and turf equipment.
- Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.
- Proficient oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift heavy parts repeatedly.
- A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required for field service positions.
Benefits:
- Health insurance.
- PTO.
- Short-term disability.
- Life insurance.
- Tools program.
Pay:
- Compensation between $30 - $36 / hour.
- Pay is based on experience and ability, and could be higher than listed for techs with proven skills.
- An additional credit per hour can be achieved between $5 - $15, based on work efficiency.
- The company also provides incentive training as well as additional efficiency bonuses.
Additional:
- For the field service position, must have clean driving record.
Please submit a resume for consideration. Only those qualified applicants with a provided resume will be contacted.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Mark McClure with GPAC at mark.mcclure@gogpac.com
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.