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: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Noisy conditions</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">May be required to work at varying heights </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Confined spaces</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Lift 51-70 pounds</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Required to push heavy objects</li> </ul> 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 <div>We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.</div> <div>Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.</div>

Mechanic - AgVantage FS - Hazleton, IA (Hazleton, IA, US, 50641) @ Growmark Inc

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