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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

1

Job Duties:

Agricultural Equipment Mechanics: As a critical part of the food chain, the agricultural equipment mechanic job duties are seasonal in that the workers are only needed to repair farm equipment (vehicles, harvesting machines, etc.) during the citrus harvest season. Work Environment: Primarily in a shop environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces or terrain. Essential Functions and Basic Duties: Following the supervisors instructions, the mechanics will diagnose, repair and overhaul engines, transmissions, components, electrical and fuel systems, etc. for various powered and rolling equipment such as cars, trucks, buses, farm equipment and generators. The employees will work on diesel engines used on farm vehicles such as tractors. Infrequently, perform general repairs on farm generators including adjusting calibrations with a hand wrench and maintain fuel lines using water and steel brushes. (i.e. Norwall Wildcat Freedom agricultural generator that is used in farm buildings and remote areas) The workers will maintain appropriate service and repair records. May infrequently and sporadically engage in equipment repair in fields. Total Hours and Work Schedule: Employer will offer no less than 48 hours of work per week, Monday – Saturday 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Workers are needed to begin work on October 1, 2026 until June 30, 2027. Salary Offered Wage: $28.21/hr. Workers will be paid no less than $28.21 per hour. Workers will be paid weekly by direct deposit. Mechanics are exempt from overtime because they repair equipment that is designed to travel over open highways and public roads. If not exempt from overtime, an overtime premium will be paid when required by Federal, State, or local law, including at time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a work week. Overtime hours may vary, depending on weather or other conditions. For workers not exempt from overtime, overtime will be paid at 1.5 times the offered wage, at $42.32 per hour. Workers may be exempt from overtime and double time under the Federal Motor Carriers Act. The Employer will use a single workweek as its standard for computing wages due. Housing: Lodging (optional): Employer will assist workers in securing board, lodging, or other facilities. Workers are informed that housing is strictly voluntary/optional and may elect to provide their own housing. Housing secured with the employer’s assistance is not free of charge and employees must pay rent directly to the landlord. The estimated monthly rent is approximately $157.75 per worker. Employer will provide daily transportation to and from the worksite free of charge if living in housing secured with the employer’s assistance. Tools: Employer will provide workers with all tools, supplies, and equipment needed to perform the job at no cost to the employee. Some of the tools required for this position include wrenches, ratchets, vehicle jacks and other powered and non-powered hand tools.

Job Classification:

49-3031.00 - Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

No

Special Requirements:

Must have a valid commercial drivers license or equivalent, pass a required drivers license background check and mandated drug and alcohol test. Must have a valid commercial drivers license or equivalent, pass a required drivers license background check and mandated drug and alcohol test. Agricultural equipment mechanics must have and maintain a suitable driving record, and be insured by the employers insurance company. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility work in a mechanic shop environment; walk, and sit for a prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach and twist; push, pull, lift and/or carry weight up to 50 pounds. Operate assigned equipment and vehicles; verbally communicate to exchange information. See and hear in the normal range with or without correction.

Number of Hours Per Week:

48

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Statewide Harvesting & Hauling LLC

Location:

Dundee, FL 33838

Worksite

Address:

201 CENTER STREET, Dundee, FL 33838

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-400-26184-076676

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

Offered Wage: $28.21/hr. Workers will be paid no less thank $28.21 per hour.

Date Posted:

7/23/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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