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Farm Mechanic

H & D Farms, Inc.

Autryville, NC

$17.01 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+19103856602
Email address to Apply:
jennifer@h-dfarms.com
Web address to Apply:
www.nccommerce.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
1
Job Duties:
Worker will be performing duties related to SOC 49-3041-Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians for the maintenance season of this agricultural operation. The primary duties for the duration of the contract period will be to maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, livestock related equipment and irrigation systems. Job duties include: •Rebuild and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, tillage tools, planters/seeders, hay equipment, pickups, semi’s, transmissions etc. Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation and making adjustments, as necessary. •Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports to locate and diagnose malfunctions. Record details of repairs made and parts used including conducting parts inventory. •Dismantle defective machines for repair, using hand tools. Clean and lubricate parts. Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws. •Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Tune or overhaul engines. •Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Repair bent or torn sheet metal. •Remove openers from planters/seeders and rebuild as necessary replacing bearings, blades and worn parts. Rebuild seed meters and calibrate. •Rebuild hydraulic cylinders, hoses and other parts. Remove gangs from tillage equipment and rebuild with new bearings and wear parts. •Disassemble and rebuild wheel motors, pumps. •Operate power washer to remove dirt and oil before and after rebuilding equipment. •Utilize employer-provided computerized systems and software tools to document repairs performed, parts used, maintenance schedules, and equipment status. Must speak and understand English. •Winterize all equipment and worksites. Operate power washer to remove dirt and oil before and after rebuilding equipment. Paint equipment as needed. •Drive trucks to haul tools and equipment for on-site repair of large machinery. •Maintain cleanliness of shop and equipment. Six (6) months recent and verifiable experience required for the job duties listed. Must be able to obtain appropriate drivers license following hire and obtain clean driving record. The job involves: stooping, lifting and working outside in various weather conditions including inclement weather and outdoor temperatures below 30 to in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, ability to work long hours, including weekends and holidays, especially during peak maintenance season. Workers should have the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. Negligent work cannot and will not be tolerated. All safety protocols should be diligently adhered to as it relates to machinery and equipment. Smoking and the use of tobacco products is prohibited during working time. All workers must report to work clean and in clean clothes. Must commit to work entire contract period. Workers will be expected to perform any of the listed duties and work on tasks as assigned by the employer and/or worker’s supervisor. All of the tasks in this job description constitute one (1) job; the employer may assign workers to different tasks on any day or to multiple tasks during the same day in the sole judgment of the employer.
Job Classification:
49-3041.00 - Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:
Yes
Months of Experience Required:
6
Special Requirements:
Workers must have legal authority to work in the US. Workers may be required to take random, post-accident, and/or upon suspicion drug test at no cost to worker, post hire. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment. Must have six months positive verifiable prior experience in job offered.
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
H & D Farms, Inc.
Location:
Autryville, NC 28318-7723

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-26048-645631
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
The starting wage for H-2A workers is $15.32 per hour.
Date Posted:
2/25/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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