TRUCK MECHANIC II - CASTROVILLE, CA

The Truck Mechanic II is responsible for maintaining and repairing farm machinery, includes but not limited to, trailers, low boys, and pumps.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists cleaning, servicing, diagnosing large equipment such as, carton trailers, fertilizer trailers, shade trailer, sanitary unites, low boys, tillage equipment, pumps, and other equipment as needed
• Establish and maintain an organized clean work area.
• Diagnose systems for cause of failure or potential failure. Disassembles components and inspect parts. Reassembles components and tests machine operation. Clean, service and lubricate machinery; adjusts systems and controls without assistance.
• Inspect parts and determine when parts are to be replaced or reused.
• Perform minimal configuration of hydraulic and electrical systems where new systems or modifications to existing systems are required.
• Review all repair work orders for accuracy and completeness concerning parts, materials, and labor for approval of equipment to return to service.
• Regularly communicate with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities
• Complete and track work order number by writing a concise description of machine preairs and task codes and project hours. Note incomplete repairs or any other relevant observations.

Job Requirements and Qualification

• Prior Agriculture experience is preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License.
• This position requires that the individual work Monday through Friday, and every other Saturday. Sunday and holiday work may be required.
• Travel may be required to our remote facilities and surrounding areas.
• Bilingual/biliterate in English and Spanish is preferred. Ability to speak, read and write in Spanish and English without assistance is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills.
• Have the willingness and ability to follow safety guidelines and work safely around and with equipment and other personnel.
• Able to work well under pressure and meet various deadlines.
• Must be extremely well organized and able to multitask.