Farm Shop Technician/Mechanic

Utopian Transport connects all of our brands and their customers with transportation services and just-in-time delivery of quality products. Utopian works closely with DCA Outdoor Brands to establish a partnership that focuses on being the experts in the agriculture industry to exceed customers’ expectations. Utopian Transport and its employees focus on how to make every delivery right.

Utopian Transport is looking for a shop mechanic to work full-time in Blue Springs, Missouri.

This position is ideal for someone who grew up around farming and is a skilled shop technician with a passion for the farming industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a dynamic team, then this is the perfect job for you. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity - apply today and join us in maintaining and repairing the equipment that keeps our farming operations running smoothly!

Hourly Rate: In lieu of experience $25.00-$35.00 an hour!

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine and Repair Vehicle Equipment: Repair trucks, large diesel vehicles, road trailers, and all types of farm equipment.
• Overhaul Vehicle Equipment: Overhaul equipment such as carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps as needed. Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, rewire and reline equipment.
• Communication: Effectively present information to Manager. Problem solves issues or concerns and communicate effectively with drivers and other team members.
• Inventory Control: Maintain an inventory of tools, parts, and supplies.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop

Essential Job Duties:

• Repair equipment such as: tractors, trailers, potting machines, water pumps, forklifts, and irrigation. Repairs or replaces parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings. Repairs all mechanical malfunctions on all equipment.
• As part of the overhaul process, remove units such as engines or transmissions.
• Rewire ignition system, lights, and instrument panel. Relines and adjusts brakes, repairs or replaces shock absorbers, and leaks in radiator.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Update and supply an in-service and out of service equipment list.
• Track equipment mileage and hours and service equipment accordingly.
• Make repairs to equipment as necessary, including some emergency repairs as required.
• Replenish parts and supplies as they are consumed. Organize and label parts and supplies per piece of equipment.
• Perform annual DOT inspections on equipment.
• Regularly clean and organize shop and maintain safety standards per OSHA regulations.
• Make decisions on when to dispose of aging equipment.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Secure shop and lock gas pumps prior to leaving each day.
• Promote a safe work environment per policies and training put in place by the safety committee.
• Uphold and promote company core values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Small engine repair
• Large Engine repair
• Welding
• DOT inspection protocol and execution
• Organizational and tracking skills
• Communication skills
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent degree
• Required: 3-5 years shop management experience
• Preferred: DOT inspection training and OSHA rules and regulation knowledge
• Preferred: Diesel Mechanic, tractor, trailer and big rig experience
• Preferred: Class A CDL is a plus

Benefits you will Enjoy:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance 1st of the month after 30 days
• Generous 401k match with immediate vesting
• Company paid life insurance, STD, & LTD
• PTO and paid holidays
• Company culture centered around growth and innovation
• Career development & recognition

DCA Outdoor, Inc, is a values based, purpose driven organization in service to our family of 12 brands. We operate in 6 states, have 700 employees with revenues of $99mm. We have revolutionized the green industry through national, vertical integration. An industry leader, our mission is to cultivate growth for our customers, our employees, our company, and our world.

Our Definite Chief Aim (DCA) is to streamline the production and distribution of landscape products. We are focused on growth, innovation, and collaboration, and believe these are the keys to our continued success and will have the highest impact on our world.

We honor our core values and expect our employees to as well. They are work hard, take pride in your work, be optimistic and respectful, show commitment, and continually grow.

We invite individuals who think like we do and will position us for major organizational growth to apply today. Join us in revolutionizing the green industry!

If you meet the criteria for this position, please apply today.

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