Work Location: 1030 Greeno Rd, Chapman Settlement, NS
Reports To: Farm Manager
Cavendish Farms is seeking a skilled and dependable Farm Mechanic to support our farming operations by maintaining and repairing a wide range of agricultural and fleet equipment. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting efficient farm operations throughout the growing and harvesting seasons.
It is a permanent full-time hourly role.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair agricultural and fleet equipment, including planting, harvesting, tillage, warehouse equipment, tractors, forklifts, and skid steers
- Perform routine servicing and preventative maintenance such as cleaning, lubricating, calibrating, and inspecting equipment
- Install, attach, adjust, test, and tune equipment components to ensure optimal performance
- Maintain inventory of tools, parts, lubricants, and general maintenance supplies
- Complete required maintenance records, reports, and documentation accurately and on time
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Collaborate with farm operations and other internal teams to support projects and operational initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma (preferred)
- Mechanical experience, ideally with agricultural or heavy equipment (preferred)
- Some farming or agricultural operations experience (preferred)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness and ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Working Conditions
- Approximately 70% indoor / 30% outdoor work environment
- Exposure to farm equipment, noise, grease, and seasonal weather conditions
What Success Looks Like
- Reliable, well-maintained equipment with minimal downtime
- Timely completion of daily and weekly maintenance tasks
- Positive collaboration with farm leadership and team members
- Consistent adherence to safety and quality standards
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
*Please Note: A clean criminal background check, and drug screen will be required prior to an employment offer being extended. To learn more about our products and services, click here. Cavendish Farms Corporation is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- RRSP match
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work full time hours in Canada (you need to have Open Work Permit, PR or Citizenship)? We do not provide any support on the immigration for this role.
- Are you able to commute (travel to and from every day) to 1030 Greeno Rd, Chapman Settlement, NS?
Experience:
- Mechanic: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
