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Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, LLC Mechanic - Kuner Feedlot in Kersey, Colorado
Ensures operation of machinery by performing preventative maintenance and repair. Performs the following duties. -Completes preventative maintenance requirements and repairs for rolling stock including: feed trucks, tractors, and other heavy equipment. -Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devises in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. -Removes defective parts by dismantling devise; using hoists, and hand/power tools. -Complies with all applicable safety rules and policies. -Manages department parts and tool inventories by researching costs, designing inventory systems, determining inventory levels, anticipating needed supplies and placing orders. -Manages expenses by studying historical data, anticipating needs and researching costs. -Maintains shop appearance by disposing of trash, putting away supplies/tools, sweeping, etc -Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
QUALIFICATIONS: -Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and heavy equipment including diesel engines. -Basis knowledge of Word Processing software; 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. -Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Bending, stooping, lift/push/pull, crawl, climb, reach at all levels.
Must work scheduled weekends and holidays. All weather conditions.
Agricultural overtime paid after 54 hours per week in 2024.