*Job Seekers* If you are interested in this position, meet the experience requirements, and are willing to commit to the entire contract period, please go to your local workforce center to be apprised of all terms and conditions of employment and application instructions. Position: Farm Equipment Mechanic: Certified Diesel Mechanic Requirements: We expect employees to be dependable, accountable, motivated, neat, and organized, and be able to effectively communicate and work with many types of people. Employer may provide pay increases for performance and experience at employers discretion. Employer may provide performance bonuses at the end of the contract at the employers discretion. Job requires extensive pushing and pulling. Employer will conduct post-hire, random drug tests at no cost to the employee to enforce a drug free workplace policy. Failing a drug test will result in termination. Employer will conduct post hire criminal background checks at no cost to the employee and will not employ anyone with a felony/theft criminal background. Must be able to lift 75 lbs. Job requires a regular drivers license. Require a Diesel Mechanic Trade Test Certificate or ASE Certification or Equivalent. At least 2 years of diesel mechanical apprenticeship in a qualified mechanical shop and at least 1 year of diesel mechanical. Certification/license requirements Driver requirements Criminal background check Drug screen Lifting requirement 75 lbs. Extensive pushing or pulling Job description: We need a seasonal farm equipment mechanic to diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, etc. Job duties will include the following: Clean and lubricate parts. Dismantle defective machines for repair, using hand tools. Drive pickup/straight trucks (<26,001 lbs) to haul tools and equipment for on-site repair of large machinery. Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports, and confer with operators to locate and diagnose malfunctions. Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Install and repair agricultural irrigation, plumbing, and sprinkler systems. Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. Calculate bills according to record of repairs made, labor time, and parts used. Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation, and adjusting, as necessary. Record details of repairs made, and parts used. Repair bent or torn sheet metal. 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. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. Adjust vehicle components according to specifications. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. Fabricate parts or components. Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear. Install machine or equipment replacement parts. Install piping for installation or maintenance activities. Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning. Maintain repair or maintenance records. Move large objects using heavy equipment. Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed. Reassemble equipment after repair. Repair defective engines or engine components. Repair structural components. Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. Service vehicles to maintain functionality. Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. Utilize software diagnostic tools to aid the diagnosis and repair of equipment. Keep filter, fluid, and tool inventories organized a d accounted for. Paid-time off according to Colorado and Company policies are standard for all regular and H2A employees. Employer may provide pay increases for performance, longevity and/or experience at employer's discretion. Employer may provide performance bonuses at the end of the contract at the employer's discretion. Anticipated hours of work per week: 48 hours per week Schedule: 8am - 5pm Monday - Saturday Anticipated period of employment: 02/20/2025 - 12/20/2025 Application deadline: 07/21/2025 Job location: La Salle, CO Pay: $28.03/hr., paid bi-monthly Effective 1/1/25, overtime must be paid after 48 hours worked per week, or 56 hours worked per week for up to 22 "peak weeks" for highly seasonal employers. * Contact the local workforce center for more information. ***WFC STAFF: OFFICIAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT (ETA 790A) IS ATTACHED TO THIS JOB POSTING UNDER "DOCUMENTS"