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Join Our Team as an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic!

Company: BENSON FARMS

Location: Canwood, SK

Job Category: Agriculture and Forestry

About the Job

Are you passionate about agriculture and skilled in mechanics? Benson Farms is seeking a dedicated and experienced Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our dynamic team! This is a permanent position that offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills will make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine the extent of repairs required.
• Order parts and maintain inventory.
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts.
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications.
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks.
• Service attachments and working tools.
• Verify and repair emission control systems.
• Perform other routine maintenance tasks.

Work Environment

The work site environment can be dusty and noisy, requiring a strong attention to detail and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks. You will be expected to work between 80 to 105 hours per week, with overtime required.

Qualifications

• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma, or equivalent experience in mechanics and repair technologies.
• Experience: 2 to less than 3 years in a similar role.
• Certificates: Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate.
• Language: English.

Skills and Personal Suitability

• Dependability and reliability.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Flexibility and good judgment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

This role requires:

• Bending, crouching, and kneeling.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Handling heavy loads (up to 23 kg or 50 lbs).
• Standing for extended periods.