- Apply your mechanical expertise to the equipment local farmers rely on year-round
- Earn $41-$60 per hour, plus a $3,000 signing bonus
- Grow your skills on the latest farm equipment technology with an experienced service team
About Hergott Farm Equipment
Since 1944, Hergott Farm Equipment has helped farmers across Central Saskatchewan buy, run and repair the equipment they depend on. Based in Humboldt, about an hour east of Saskatoon, we're one of the few independently owned dealerships for Case IH, one of the best-known farm equipment brands. Our owners still work on site and stand behind every machine they sell.
Along with new Case IH tractors, combines, sprayers and seeding equipment, we sell other farm products and quality used machinery, and our service department keeps customers’ equipment running in the shop and on the farm.
Hergott has grown from our humble beginnings to currently cover 18 acres, with over 36,000 square feet of facilities. We employ 37 staff including 5 in sales, 6 in parts, 20 in service and 5 in administration.
With our exceptional staff, long-term employees, upgraded facilities, additional service space, quality equipment, and a long-standing commitment to the community, Hergott Farm Equipment will be able to meet the demands of the next generation of farming.
For more information, please visit our website: hergottcaseih.com
About the Opportunity
Hergott Farm Equipment is looking for full-time Agricultural Service Technicians based in Humboldt, SK.
Reporting to the Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in keeping local farmers’ equipment running, especially through the busy seeding and harvest seasons.
In these positions, you will be primarily responsible for servicing and repairing combines, tractors, air seeders and sprayers, both in our shop and on service calls within 100 km of Humboldt. Winter months are mostly shop work on regular weekday hours, while the busy season from May to October brings longer days and more time on the road.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues
- Servicing new, used and customer equipment
- Driving an equipped company service truck to on-farm service calls as required
- Keeping up with changing equipment technology, displays and software updates
- Completing work orders legibly and accurately
- Providing friendly, professional service to customers
- Keeping the shop safe and in good working order
About You
To qualify, you will need to be a 3rd or 4th year Apprentice or a Journeyperson in an agricultural or heavy duty trade. Mechanics without formal certification but with 4+ years of experience in the agricultural industry will also be considered, and trade tickets from outside Saskatchewan or Canada are welcome.
The following are required:
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence
- Ability to work extended hours, weekend rotations and on-call shifts during seeding and harvest (May to October)
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Experience at an agricultural equipment dealership
- Case IH experience, or experience with other ag equipment brands
- Hands-on work with combines, tractors, air seeders or sprayers
- Heavy duty or construction equipment experience
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Familiarity with equipment technology, displays and diagnostic software
As our ideal candidate, you will possess attention to detail, strong customer service skills and the ability to work with little or no supervision that will help you succeed in this role, as well as an outgoing, friendly personality, a strong work ethic and an eagerness to keep learning that will make you a perfect culture fit.
This is a great opportunity for hardworking technicians who enjoy a mix of shop and field work, is ready to step up during the busy seasons and wants to keep growing in the agricultural industry.
About the Benefits
Compensation, based on qualifications and experience, is a competitive hourly rate of $41-$60 ($41 for 3rd Year Apprentices, $46 for 4th Year Apprentices and $50-$60 for Journeypersons), and a host of excellent benefits including:
- $3,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates, paid as $1,500 after 3 months and $1,500 after 1 year
- Relocation assistance
- Overtime at time and a half, and double time after 30 overtime hours in a month
- Equipped company service truck for road calls
- Tool, boot, winter wear and safety allowances
- Group benefits package with extended health and dental coverage
- Company-matched pension plan
- Ongoing Case IH factory training and certification
- 3 weeks of vacation to start, along with personal leave and sick leave
- More flexibility for time off during the quieter winter months
If you’re looking for a role where your skills make a real difference to local farmers, apply today!
