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Heavy Machinery Mechanic / Hay Production Technician – North Texas
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Machinery Mechanic with strong hay baling and field operations experience to join our operation in North Texas. This is a full-time position with on-site housing potentially available. The ideal candidate will be highly experienced in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining agricultural and heavy equipment, while also being capable of running a full hay operation from start to finish.
Responsibilities
Heavy Machinery & Equipment Diagnostics:
- Perform advanced troubleshooting, mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance on tractors, balers, skid steers, dozers, and other farm machinery.
- Diagnose hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical failures and complete timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Maintain shop tools, service records, and parts inventory.
Hay Production Operations:
- Operate tractors, balers, mowers, rakes, and tedders with skill and efficiency.
- Handle full-cycle hay operations: cutting, baling, hauling, and stacking.
- Ensure equipment is properly calibrated and maintained for optimal bale quality and production output.
Field & Pasture Maintenance:
- Prepare and maintain fields for hay production, including mowing, brush clearing, soil improvement, and equipment staging.
- Assist with irrigation or water management systems as needed.
Farm Infrastructure & General Maintenance:
- Perform repairs on fences, gates, barns, machinery sheds, and farm roads.
- Assist with improvements to storage facilities for hay, equipment, and materials.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 3 years as a heavy equipment mechanic, diesel mechanic, or agricultural equipment technician, preferably with hay production experience.
- Mechanical Skills: Strong diagnostic ability; proficient in repairing hydraulics, electrical systems, engines, drivetrains, and farm implements.
- Machinery Operation: Must be skilled in operating tractors, balers, mowers, rakes, skid steers, backhoes, and bulldozers.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy objects, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and perform hands-on labor.
- Work Ethic: Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid Driver’s License: Required with a clean driving record.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience and mechanical skill level.
- On-site housing potentially available.
- Additional benefits may be offered and discussed during the hiring process.
How to Apply
If you have the mechanical expertise and hay production experience we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply immediately. This position needs to be filled as soon as possible.
Please send your resume and relevant experience to our email address listed.
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