Farm Equipment Mechanic

Job Duties

Start Date: 12/16/2026

End Date: 02/14/2027

Work hours: 60 hours/week, Monday - Saturday, 10 hours/day, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Must Apply By: 01/16/2027

Job Duties:

Perform seasonal winter inspection, diagnosis, repair, rebuilding, overhaul, calibration, and preseason preparation of farm machinery and equipment while field equipment is not in use.

The primary purpose of the position is to complete extensive repairs and prepare the farm’s equipment fleet for spring planting and the upcoming crop-production season. Inspect and repair tractors, combines, planters, tillage equipment, cultivators, farm trucks, trailers, grain carts, augers, conveyors, grain legs, dryers, cleaners, fans, motors, pumps, and related agricultural equipment. Use diagnostic tools, gauges, meters, service manuals, and manufacturer specifications to identify mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural problems. Disassemble equipment; inspect components for wear, damage, leakage, misalignment, or failure; rebuild or replace defective components; reassemble equipment; make adjustments; and test operation. Repair or rebuild engines, transmissions, drivetrains, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspension, bearings, gears, shafts, chains, sprockets, sensors, controls, frames, and other major equipment components. Inspect, repair, adjust, and calibrate planters and tillage equipment for spring field operations.

Complete post-harvest repairs and overhauls on combines and harvesting equipment. Repair farm-owned trucks, trailers, and grain-handling equipment used in the employer’s agricultural operation. Perform welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, fabrication, and structural metal repair as necessary to restore farm machinery and equipment. Maintain repair records and organize tools, replacement parts, and shop supplies. Move and operate equipment only as necessary for diagnosis, repair, calibration, adjustment, and testing. Follow manufacturer instructions and employer safety procedures.

No CDL Required and no commercial truck driving required.

Minimum Education Required

None. No High School Diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience Required

Minimum of 3 months of experience is required.

Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks.

Workers must be able to speak English.

Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds.

Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Employer requires criminal background check post-hire at employers' expense due to the presence of children and expensive tools and equipment on the farm. Failure to pass criminal background check will result in termination of employment.

Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures.

Extensive pushing and pulling is required.

Frequent stooping is required.

Repetitive movements are required.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

2

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$27.08 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employer’s discretion.

As required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.

Postal Code

56088

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

H-2A#27-008

Job Benefits

EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $16.78 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.

Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.

Application Instructions

Send resume listing experience to:

MN DEED/FLC

Attn: H-2A#27-008

180 E. 5th St., Suite 1200, St. Paul, MN 55101

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Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.