EQUIPMENT MECHANICS & SERVICE TECHNICIANS

About this opportunity

• ensure their longevity and readiness for the next operational season. Winterization duties include
• and patching or replacing bent or torn sheet metal. Additional responsibilities include cleaning
• disruption in daily operations. Daily duties may vary. The employer reserves the right to increase

Dates

Nov 9, 2026 – Feb 27, 2027

Duration

~4 months

Experience

1 month(s)

Category

agriculture

Requirements

• Experience: 1 month(s)
• Applicant must have 1 month experience with agricultural equipment. Applicants hired must have an active driver's license from their home State, Country or an International Driver license and be able to obtain a valid State of Montana driver's license, as driving on public roads may be required.
• e job duties requested are only performed during the winter months when equipment is removed from
• field operation and is no longer in use. During this off-season period, the primary responsibilities center
• around the winterization, inspection, maintenance, and repair of all farm equipment and vehicles to
• draining fluids such as fuel, oil, and coolant
• adding fuel stabilizers
• disconnecting or removing batteries
• lubricating moving parts
• sealing engine and cab openings to prevent rodent infestation
• applying
• protective coatings to exposed metal surfaces to guard against corrosion
• and conducting a general
• assessment to prepare equipment for long-term storage. In addition to winterization, the position requires
• post-and preseason inspections of all vehicles and machinery to evaluate wear and tear and identify any
• mechanical issues. The role involves dismantling defective machines
• reassembling machines and
• components
• and testing the operation of critical systems such as hydraulics, drivetrains, and electrical
• components. Tasks include testing and replacing electrical wiring and parts using test meters, soldering
• tools, and hand tools
• replacing or repairing defective or worn parts
• fabricating new metal parts when
• necessary
• equipment, parts, and tools
• installing replacement parts
• testing electrical circuits for safety and function
• applying paint or protective coatings
• inspecting equipment for structural defects or wear
• and repairing or
• replacing mechanical and structural components. During periods of snow accumulation, the position
• includes snow removal responsibilities. This involves operating snow removal equipment to clear snow
• from driveways, access roads, and equipment paths. Sand or salt may be applied to maintain safe
• walking and driving conditions around work zones. Timely snow removal is essential to prevent
• workers' pay or provide bonuses based on tenure, performance, or other factors that are solely based on
• the discretion of the employer.

Work authorization

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Work authorization

H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker

International candidates

Yes

Employer sponsorship

Required

Confirmation

Confirmed by source

Official source

U.S. Department of Labor

Benefits & conditions

Housing

Employer-provided (including mobile or range) — Workers will be responsible for maintaining housing in a neat and clean manner. In case of emergency, workers occupying this housing can be contacted by calling the number listed in Section II, Item 12 of the Form ETA-790. Housing will be provided to workers only at no cost to the workers.

Transportation

Fixed site employer with 2 trucks (capacity 10), which shall be treated as passenger automobiles as described in 29 CFR Section 500.102, which is available for the worker to use, at no cost to the worker to get to and from the worker's housing to the worksite(s) and back to housing at the end of the day. These vehicles may also be used to get supplies and groceries as well as for personal errands, weekly to the nearest town of Kalispell, Montana

How to apply

Email

markeney@gmail.com

Phone

+14065390803

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Official source

U.S. DOL SeasonalJobs

Case number

JO-A-300-26253-226454

Verification

Last verified: September 20, 2026

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