Mechanic - AgVantage FS - Hazleton, IA

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. AgVantage FS has about 400 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 23,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, precision agronomy, and agri-finance. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Schedules and performs vehicle and equipment repairs in response to requests from staff and location managers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Schedules maintenance and repairs of vehicles and equipment as requested

Maintains an appropriate inventory of parts necessary for repairs and maintenance

Maintains service records of each piece of equipment and vehicle to document a quality maintenance program and meet DOT requirements

Responsible for housekeeping of the shop

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

May be required to provide backup to drivers in the Energy and Crops Departments

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply

Performs all other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma, or the equivalent thereof, and 5 years or more of related work experience

Required skills include fabrication, cutting, welding, bearing replacement, engine service/maintenance/adjustments (both gas & diesel), automotive electrical, brake adjustment/repair (both mechanical & air) and hydraulic troubleshooting/repair

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

Normally requires an acceptable CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements

Frequently exposed or required to: 

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)


• Noisy conditions


• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures


• May be required to work at varying heights


• Confined spaces


• Lift 51-70 pounds


• Required to push heavy objects

Ability to work extended hours

Ability to travel independently and overnight

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position