farm equipment mechanic

Operate and inspect machines or heavy farm equipment to diagnose defects or mechanical problems. Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. Dismantle defective machines for repair, using hand tools. Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation and making adjustments, as necessary. Clean and lubricate parts upon reassembly. Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Tune or overhaul engines in preparation for Harvest or planting season. Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws. Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools. Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs. Drive a pickup truck to town to pick up parts and supplies as needed. No CDL Required and no commercial truck driving required.