Job Description 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. The workload can be up to 80 hours per week from April to October. Work Location: 1030 Greeno Rd, Chapman Settlement, NS Department: Farming Operations Reports To: Farm Manager 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 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) Robust 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Farm Mechanic (Chapman Settlement)
🏢 J.D. Irving
📍 Chapman Settlement