Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

Delray Beach, Clewiston, Port St. Lucie, Okeechobee, Stuart)

Full-Time

COMPANY SUMMARY :

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions.

Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states.

We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century.

Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer.

As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family.

Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

JOB OVERVIEW :

Our Agricultural Farming team is seeking an experienced diesel mechanic to join our repair department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Job duties include but not limited to :

• Diagnose issues in field and in a shop environment and test run repaired equipment to verify repairs.
• Document repairs and maintenance performed in log books or e-logs
• Excellent communication skills
• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Maintain company assigned vehicles and keep them good working condition
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural diesel engines, tractors, farm trucks, and harvesting equipment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• Hydraulic Systems
• Electrical Systems (diagnostics with ECU’s, PCU’s, and sub related systems)
• Gearbox and PTO engagement systems
• Diesel diagnostic and engine overhaul experience (John Deere)
• John Deere Power shift and quad range transmission repair and overhaul background
• Welding, fabrication, cutting torch background preferred
• Shaft and Bearing Alignment
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• John Deere certifications or trade school diploma is a plus
• Mechanic must have a minimum of 4 or more years’ experience in agriculture repair.
• Will consider repair backgrounds from construction, heavy equipment, or repair shop as well.
• Ford truck repair experience is a plus
• Must have tools to accomplish your job assignments
• Diagnostics and Troubleshooting of Farm and Harvesting Equipment (John Deere)
COMPANY PERKS :
• 401(k)
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
30+ days ago