Company Profile
Hillside Gardens Group is a family-owned agricultural business with farming and manufacturing operations in Ontario, Canada, and Georgia, USA. We grow, harvest, pack, and distribute a wide variety of fresh vegetables, including cauliflower, celery, onions, carrots, and beets, serving customers across North America.
Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Farm Equipment Technician, where your mechanical expertise and passion for machinery will drive success on the farm!
In this energetic role, you'll be responsible for maintaining a large fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment. Performing detailed inspections and servicing equipment at regular intervals, keeping fleet running well through time sensitive seasons. Diagnostic and repair work both in the shop and in the field.
Apprenticeship can be discussed either 310T, 310S, or 421A.
Skills
- Electronic diagnosis
- Welding and fabricating
- Knowledge of engine systems, emission systems, electrical systems
- Working safely and ability to work under pressure (time sensitive items)
- Attention to detail - minor things that are overlooked on a service can turn into major breakdowns at a crucial time far away from shop
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems
- Use of shop tools (scan tools, press, drill, lathe, welders etc.)
- Valid drivers license + clean driving record
- Punctual and attendant
- Strong work ethic and integrity (i.e. be proud of your work when it leaves the shop)
- Team environment - ability to work with others on a regular basis and share jobs
- Maintain detailed service records, parts inventories, and repair logs for all equipment serviced
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while working in various indoor/outdoor conditions
Benefits
- Group health benefits
- 3 Flex days
- Fresh Vegetables that company grows
Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M
Please note that applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and a Clear Criminal, Employment Background Check is required for chosen candidates.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Please submit your application by email only. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $20.00-$40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
