Agricultural Equipment Technician

Job Description:

• Check Agricultural equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems, using hand and power tools
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment
• Service attachments and working tools such as harvesting and tillage equipment, blades, ploughs, winches and side booms
• May attach components and adjust new farm equipment.
• Perform updates, pre-season delivery inspections, and pre-season inspections
• Complete work orders and enter technician notes into computer
• Repair, overhaul and maintain agricultural equipment including tractors, tillage equipment, seeding equipment and harvesting equipment
• Service and repair engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and the electrical and electronic systems of agricultural equipment,
• Pinpoint problems by discussing equipment operation with owners, visually checking and Listening to machinery in operation, and using testing equipment,
• Take defective units apart and repair or replace broken, worn-out or faulty parts, reassemble, adjust, lubricate and test repaired units,
• Assemble and adjust new agricultural equipment, and
• Learn and apply precision farm technologies such as automated steering systems.
• Build and repair equipment using MIG & TIG welding techniques

Job Requirements & Qualifications Include:

• Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification an asset but not requirement
• Valid Class 1 Drivers License
• MIG & TIG welding experience
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Must be able to communicate in the English language
• Experience working on agriculture equipment an asset
• Possess problem solving skills
• Work experience in a similar role an asset
• mechanical ability and good eye-hand coordination,
• the strength required to lift heavy machine parts,
• the ability to read and understand technical information,
• flexibility in working extra hours when required,
• some experience in the agricultural industry,
• math, communication and computer skills,
• effective interpersonal skills in meeting the challenges of the workplace

How to apply:

Please respond with current resume (CV) and drivers abstract.

We thank all for applying but only those suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Email your resume to:  hr@kampergroup.com