Field and Shop Technician

Our Company:

At Stout we design, manufacture, and build machines for the agriculture industry. Our machines integrate artificial intelligence, machine vision and deep learning into smart agricultural tools.

Location: Salinas, CA

The Role: Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for performing intermediate level maintenance, service, and repair of the Stout Smart Cultivators. Technicians must be able to troubleshoot issues and complete all maintenance processes and ensure that machines meet Stout’s standards. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Areas of Responsibility: 

• Demonstrate proficient technical knowledge of preventative maintenance
• Replace parts/components and more difficult repairs as it pertains to the Smart Cultivators
• Troubleshoot issues both independently and with assistance
• Maintain professional communication with Stout team and with customers
• Demonstrate ability to work in a production line
• Maintain clean work environment

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Agricultural mechanic experience (3 years +)
• Tractor operator experience
• General knowledge of hydraulic manifolds
• General knowledge of electrical systems
• General farming knowledge

Ideal candidate:

• Promotes a positive Company image
• Must be able to maintain and abide by confidentiality.
• Must be honest, trustworthy, and respectful.
• Must be a team player with a can-do attitude and ability to collaborate effectively.
• Must work well with minimal supervision, take initiative, be a self-starter, have a sense of urgency and be process driven.
• Must prioritize workload, track, and follow-up with pending matters.

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