Farm Mechanic

Job DetailsJob Location: Hastings, FL 32145Tater Farms  Farm and Heavy Equipment Mechanic  Pay: Competitive pay, based on experience  Schedule: Full-time; may include additional hours as production and repair needs require  Location: Florida  At Tater Farms, our roots run deep. We are family-inspired, customer focused, and driven by innovation. What began as a small, family-built operation has grown into a trusted leader in high-quality production farming—without losing sight of the values that shaped us. With 50 years behind us, we are proud of our history and excited for the future, intentionally building the next chapter of growth and innovation. Our commitment to our core values of respect, integrity, and dependability continue to guide how we lead, grow, and serve.  We're looking for a skilled, dependable Farm and Heavy Equipment Mechanic to keep our tractors, heavy equipment, and vehicles running strong. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in diagnosing problems quickly, making lasting repairs, and keeping the shop — and the farm — running smoothly.  What You'll Be Responsible For  Diagnose, repair, and maintain all equipment including tractors, heavy equipment, forklifts, harvesters, semis, and trailers  Perform routine preventative maintenance on all equipment  Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems  Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues or necessary repairs  Utilize diagnostic laptop and other technology to pinpoint mechanical issues  Provide on-site repair and maintenance services as needed  Build hydraulic hoses  Use a torch and weld to make necessary repairs  Demonstrate Tater Farms' core values of respect, integrity, and dependability in all work activities and interactions with staff and leadership  What We Expect  Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems  Dependability and sound judgment when prioritizing repairs across multiple pieces of equipment  A safety-first mindset and consistent use of required PPE  Commitment to Tater Farms' core values of respect, integrity, and dependability  Qualifications  Must have a valid Driver's License  Must have 5 years of previous heavy equipment mechanic experience  3 years of farm specific experience preferred  Experience with John Deere and Diesel Laptop diagnostic systems a plus  Demonstrated commitment to Tater Farms' core values of respect, integrity, and dependability  Physical Requirements & Work Environment  Ability to lift and maneuver heavy tools and vehicle parts  Upper body strength is essential for using hoists, jacks, and hand tools like wrenches and hammers  Long hours of standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks  Endurance to complete multi-hour repairs without fatigue  Frequent bending, squatting, crawling, and reaching into tight spaces  Good range of motion in limbs to access hard-to-reach areas  Must be able to work effectively in a non-climate-controlled shop  Must adhere to eye protection required policy  Must be able to shift from job to job if priorities require  Must be able to work alone or with a team member as needs require  What We Offer  Competitive pay based on experience  Medical, dental, and vision insurance  401(k) with company match  Paid time off through accrued vacation  Why Join Tater Farms?  You'll be part of a team that values hard work, supports one another, and takes pride in delivering quality results. We don't just grow grass — we grow people and careers.  Tater Farms is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEOC). All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and E-Verify employment eligibility verification.