Job Order Number:

NY1521380

Job Title:

Crop Shop Heavy Equipment Maint. Tech II

Company:

Kreher's Farm Fresh Eggs, LLC Location:

Clarence, NY

Salary:

$28.00 to $33.00 Hourly

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

Information Not Provided

Hours:

Duration:

Full Time, Regular

Shift:

Description:

 Clarence. Crop Shop Heavy Equipment Maintenance Tech II. Kreher's Farm Fresh Eggs, LLC. FT.

Salary Range:

$28.00 To $33.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

The Crop Shop Heavy Maintenance Technician II is responsible for oversight, direction, troubleshooting, diagnosing and high-quality repairs on trucks and heavy equipment in a field/shop environment while providing superior customer service. This position covers all rolling equipment utilized by the Kreher Family Farms crops, eggs, and compost/fertilizer divisions. This is a hands-on lead mechanic position that will oversee the on-site crop shop.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Strategic and tactical work for which this position is accountable: The main responsibilities are:

Leadership:

Provide a positive and engaging work environment by:

• aligning individual and team objectives to department and company objectives.
• supporting employee development and growth.
• Manage competing priorities in high demand situations.

Safety Accountabilities:

• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Drives accountability and implements new safety measures/procedures in the shop.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates at risk behaviors.
• Corrects potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Follows technical, quality and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action.

Performance:

• Perform basic and advanced mechanical duties, including trouble shooting, diagnostics and repair of equipment in the field, needs to be familiar with all makes of equipment.
• Performs electronic engine diagnosis and troubleshooting.
• Travel to remote locations if necessary.
• Experience with diagnostic tools.
• Review 3rd party invoices to ensure repairs and costs are in line. Partner with 3rd party suppliers to monitor repairs and ensure timely turnaround to keep utilization of assets high.
• Understands and complies with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Regular attendance is an essential requirement of the job.
• Works mandatory overtime on a weekly basis.
• Follow any other job-related duties/functions requested by the supervisor.
• Complies with operating procedures.
• Work in coordination with other departments.
• Reporting productivity monthly

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Capabilities and traits essential to perform satisfactorily

• Advanced knowledge in the repair and maintenance of diesel and gas-powered trucks and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical equipment specifications.
• Technical knowledge in operation and function of all previously listed equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues remotely and provide guidance to field crew.
• Provide leadership, guidance and direction to crop shop staff.
• Communicate with KFF operational leadership on repair status and needs.
• Manage routine maintenance schedules and communicate to crop leadership.
• Develop internal processes in line with industry standard service and maintenance guidelines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective listening skills.
• Ability to meet work goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends during primary crop seasons and varied schedule based on weather.
• CDL-A drivers license required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma is required.
• Associate degree in diesel technology or a related field is preferred.
• ASE Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician Certification is preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance, or Associates degree in diesel technology and three years of experience is required.
• Must have NYS Inspectors License
• Class A Commercial Drivers License is preferred.