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FARMERS COOPERATIVE Tire and Oil Technician - Seward, NE in Seward, Nebraska
A Day in the Life:
As a Tire and Oil Technician you will repair, install, balance, mount, and rotate tires on any vehicle that comes into our vehicle service stations, including farm and industrial equipment. You will inspect, diagnose, and perform basic preventative maintenance including routine oil changes and/or transmission fluid and filters on all types of vehicles. Tires will be the bulk of your responsibility, and you will utilize technology such as the computerized wheel balancer, tire machine, auto lift, alignment machine, and ag tire machine at times. You will be cross trained in most positions at the service station and may be asked to learn the service truck to perform on-farm tire service on an as-needed basis. You will perform maintenance on tools and equipment and perform housekeeping to keep the entire service station organized and clean. You will also help load and unload products for customers and may be asked to get certified in propane bottle fill.
Whats Expected:
You will be expected to work on and around vehicles all day and be knowledgeable in tire maintenance and the products we offer. Quality customer service is expected as you will interact with customers on a regular basis. Depending on the facility, you may be asked to help other departments during peak demand times. You will be exposed to outdoor environments, lubricants, and various agricultural products. Physically, you will stand, stoop, bend, kneel, push, pull, pry, and crawl on a regular basis. You will be asked to climb ladders, roll tires, and regularly lift 50 pounds and occasionally 100 pounds. You will be expected to think clearly, problem solve, work hard, and work more hours during busy seasons. Safety is one of our core values and we do everything we can to ensure the safest work environments for our employees, therefore you will be expected to adhere to all safety rules and regulations and complete any necessary training. This is a skilled position for an individual that takes pride in their work, pays attention to details, and upholds Farmers Cooperative policies, mission, vision, and core values.
Farmers Cooperative operates under the all hands-on deck philosophy when it comes to getting things done. Therefore, employees are required to perform all other duties as directed by the supervisor.
Whats Required: Valid Drivers License Busy seasons will require more hours to service our customers
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience working in the tire or auto mechanics industry Quality written and oral communication Quality customer service skills Basic technology skills Basic mathematical skills The desire to work for an agricultural cooperative