Agriculture Equipment Technician

Huron Tractor Ltd; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural equipment service provider is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Technician in St. Thomas, Ontario. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing farming equipment, performing maintenance, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates are either licensed or working towards relevant certifications and possess strong technical knowledge. The company offers great training, competitive compensation, and numerous employee benefits including health care, discounts, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

RRSPs and extended benefits

Employee Discounts

Great training opportunities

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding relevant licenses in Ag Tech or Heavy Equipment.
• Experience with agricultural equipment is preferred.
• Strong technical and product knowledge.
• Computer literate with diagnostic tools.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair farming equipment.
• Perform maintenance service and advise customers.
• Complete reports on repairs.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Licensed technician (310T, 310S, 425A)

Customer service

Flexibility to work on schedule

Technical knowledge

Ability to learn new technology

Education

Journeyman license in Ag Tech, Automotive or Heavy Equipment

Job description

Overview

Are you a 310T, 310S, 425A licensed technician, or unlicensed mechanic with experience, or working towards these licenses? Are you interested in a career as an Agricultural Equipment Technician? If so, Huron Tractor has opportunities for technicians, and the training to help you grow your career as an Agricultural Equipment Technician. Grow with us, and have a part in making Huron Tractor the “Right Choice” for our Customers! Huron Tractor is one of John Deere’s largest partners in Canada, with eleven locations servicing Southern Ontarians. We’re proud to serve a community of customers that spans agricultural operations, commercial enterprises and homeowners, with one of the largest inventories of machines and parts in Canada.

Job Responsibilities

This position reports to the Service Manager and is responsible to diagnose and repair all used and new farming equipment by executing the following responsibilities:

• Inspect and test equipment, diagnosing faults and malfunctions, repair and replace mechanical units, test and adjust units to specifications
• Perform scheduled maintenance service, advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Deliver excellent customer service and work well in a team environment

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a License or hold a Journeyman license in Ag Tech, Automotive or Heavy Equipment preferred
• Agricultural experience would be an asset
• Strong degree of product and technical knowledge
• Ability to utilize and learn new technology, Computer literate – internet, diagnostic programs/computers, etc.
• Valid driver's license
• Flexible to work schedule and extended hours

Why Huron Tractor?

Our commitment to great customer service starts with the great people on our team. We take pride in helping our employees develop careers that reward, enrich and grow with the individual.

• Great training opportunities through John Deere, as well as internal training
• Competitive compensation
• RRSPs and extended benefits
• Employee Discounts
• Future Growth Opportunities
• Excellent team environments with a Social Committee that plans great events
• Extended health care
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Vision care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Please forward your resume with a cover letter stating how your qualifications and experience fit with the position. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.