Agriculture Equipment Technician

Nelsonmotors; Redvers; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

Health spending account

RRSP matching

Footwear allowance

Cell phone allowance

Tuition coverage

Job summary

Nelson Motors and Equipment is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Technician to diagnose, service, and maintain agricultural and turf equipment in field and shop settings. You will build strong customer relationships and support junior technicians while upholding safety and quality standards.

We value problem solvers who can work independently yet collaborate with a team, and who are willing to work extended hours including some weekends. John Deere certification is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Certified trade in Agriculture Equipment Technician or Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic.
• Minimum 5 years diagnostics and service experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• John Deere certification is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance on agricultural and turf equipment.
• Work effectively in both field and shop environments.
• Build strong relationships with customers, junior technicians, and location personnel.
• Mentor apprentices and share knowledge.

Skills

Diagnostics

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Education

Certified Agriculture Equipment Technician

High School Diploma

John Deere certification

Job description

• Health, Dental, Vision, Insurance, Virtual Doctors, Health Spending Account, Cell phone and Footwear Allowance, RRSP Matching

At Nelson Motors and Equipment, we’re proud to be a trusted partner in our agricultural community. Our customers count on us for dependable service, expert support, and a shop experience that is unmatched.

Agricultural Equipment Technicians who lead by example, support a strong team environment, and deliver service excellence that reflects our promise of reliable, customer ‑ focused, and quality ‑ driven service.

About the Role

As an Agricultural Equipment Technician, you are self ‑ motivated to perform complex diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance on agricultural and turf equipment while supporting an exceptional customer experience. You work effectively both in ‑ field and in ‑ shop, building strong relationships with customers, junior technicians, and other location personnel.

For you to be considered for an interview you have the following qualifications:

• Completed a certified trade such as Agriculture Equipment Technician, Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic or similar. May consider 3rd or 4th level apprentice; John Deere certified a strong asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience performing diagnostics and service repairs. Experience servicing John Deere equipment preferred.
• Computer skills required, Service Advisor and/or Service Center an asset.
• Physically capable to perform the job, with the ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license required.

For you to be successful in the role you are:

• Like the challenge of problem solving and figuring things out
• Are proud of the high-quality work you do with little to no errors.
• Thrive on exceeding expectations. Because you like going above and beyond, you know working extended hours and some weekends is part of the job.
• Enjoy working independently alongside others in a team environment.
• Like technology and are excited about how it can improve productivity and create efficiencies.
• Enjoy sharing your knowledge with the patience to mentor apprentices.
• Ability to perform complex repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment.
• Expert knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural and turf equipment.
• Most importantly, you understand agriculture and the challenges facing growers.

Why Join Nelson Motors and Equipment?

We offer competitive wages, an attractive performance incentive, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes group benefits, a health spending account, and a matched pension that increases with your years of service. Additional perks include an annual footwear allowance, a monthly cell phone allowance, tuition coverage and continued development in the trade.

Nelson Motors and Equipment is a family‑owned, five‑location John Deere agricultural dealership proudly serving our communities since 1959. Our family owners are actively involved in day‑to‑day operations and make a point of knowing employees on a first‑name basis. We celebrate work anniversaries, foster an active social club, and value commitment, honesty, appreciation, motivation, and strong partnerships. Community involvement, along with employee development and training, is central to who we are.