Agricultural Mechanic
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Update day: 21-05-2024
Category: Agriculture / Forestry / Fishery
Industry:
Salary: $31.36–$50.39 an hour
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AGRICULTURE MECHANIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The role of an agriculture mechanic involves maintaining, repairing, and servicing agricultural equipment and machinery used in farming operations.
The Duties and responsibilities as follow:
- Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on farm equipment including tractors, combines, harvesters, planters, and irrigation systems to ensure proper functioning during peak seasons.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in agricultural machinery using diagnostic tools and manuals.
- Component Replacement: Replace or repair faulty parts such as engines, transmissions, belts, bearings, and hydraulic systems.
- Welding and Fabrication: Utilize welding and fabrication skills to repair damaged equipment components or create custom parts as needed.
- Preventive Maintenance Planning: Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime during critical periods of agricultural activity.
- Equipment Testing: Conduct performance tests and adjustments to ensure machinery meets safety and efficiency standards.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities for compliance and warranty purposes.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and others.
- Customer Interaction: Communicate with farmers or farm managers to understand equipment issues, explain repairs, and provide cost estimates.
- Field Support: Provide on-site support during planting, harvesting, or other critical farm operations to address equipment breakdowns promptly.
A skilled Agriculture mechanic requires a combination of formal education, hands-on training, and practical experience working with agricultural equipment.
Aspiring mechanics should explore educational opportunities tailored to agricultural technology and seek out industry certifications to enhance their employability and career advancement prospects.
Education:ITI or Diploma, Skill Trade Certificate
Language: need to speak and listen basic English is must. Writing and reading is advantage
Documents: Passport, Aadhar, related education Trade certificate, skill certificate, diploma is advantage
Insurance:covered
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $31.36-$50.39 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Red Deer, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- Agriculture Mechanic: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Deadline: 05-07-2024
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