Mechanic

Job Summary

Ensures proper operation of machinery by performing preventative maintenance and repair of all rolling stock and implements in the feedyard.  Equipment included: Commodity trailers, cattle trucks, feed trucks, water trucks, tractors. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. 
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, and various hand/power tools. 
• Completes preventative maintenance requirements such as oil, filter, lube and grease for rolling stock including feed trucks, tractors, and other heavy equipment. 
• Complete work orders on all repairs detailing parts, work completed, and time spent on repairs.
• Welding repair as needed, but not required 
• Maintains shop appearance by disposing of trash, putting away supplies/tools, sweeping, etc… 
• Fill out and complete a daily checklist including preventive maintenance items.
• Complies with all applicable safety rules and policies. 

Marginal

• Assist the other crews with maintenance and repair issues when needed (Feeding, Mill, Hospital, Processing)
• Other tasks or duties as required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and heavy equipment including diesel engines. 
• Basic knowledge of email; Spreadsheet software and Database software. 
• Valid driver’s license. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Must be able to drive and operate equipment (trucks, loaders, tractors, etc.)
• Must be responsible and trustworthy
• Flexibility to work longer than normal schedule (earlier or later)
• Excellent safety skills and awareness needed
• Must be a team player

Typical Physical Requirements

• Mostly very heavy work requiring exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally
• Requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Person subject to both inside & outside weather conditions including extreme cold, heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oil, and may have to wear a respirator in certain instances

Machines Operated

• Trucks
• Loaders
• Tractors
• Skid Steers
• Welding Equipment
• Other Heavy Equipment

Production Standards

• Keep up with all rolling stock maintenance and preventative maintenance
• Maintain all necessary records of preventative maintenance

*Additional Employment Requirements are outlined in the Beef Northwest Feeders’ Employee Handbook and orientation process.