Agriculture Heavy Equipment Technician

Brandt Group of Companies; Town of Vulcan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Career advancement

On-site training

Job summary

Brandt Group of Companies is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for the Vulcan, AB location in our Agriculture Division (John Deere). You will diagnose, repair and maintain tractors, hay tools and other ag equipment, including engine, hydraulic, electrical and precision ag systems, with on-site service as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a Heavy Equipment or Agriculture Equipment Technician certification or is an apprentice registered in the trade, and brings field tech experience and strong

Qualifications

• Heavy equipment or agriculture tech certification is an asset.
• Apprentices registered in the trade may apply.
• Experience as field/road tech is a plus.
• Strong problem solving and ability to document work orders.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain agricultural equipment including tractors and implements.
• Repair and service at customer sites when required.
• Perform preventative maintenance and in-field optimization.
• Recondition pre-owned equipment and record notes on work orders.
• Keep customer and warranty records accurate and up to date.

Skills

Heavy equipment tech

Apprentice eligible

Field tech experience

Computer skills

Diagnostic skills

Documentation

Continuous learning

Education

Tech certification

Tools

Diagnostics software

Job description

Our Vulcan branch is looking for an exceptional individual to join our service department as a Heavy Equipment Technician (also known as an agriculture equipment technician) for our Agriculture Division (John Deere).

Who We Are

Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.

Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.

That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Diagnose, Repair & Maintain all systems on agricultural equipment such as Tractors, Hay tools, and other Ag & Turf implements. This includes, engine, transmission, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, guidance & precision ag systems among others.
• Repair, Service and/or diagnose agriculture equipment at the customers site IF needed
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections; including fluid and various filter changes, testing of equipment, & adjustments for infield optimization.
• Reconditioning of pre-owned equipment.
• Accurately record notes on work orders for customer and warranty records

What We Look For

• Heavy Equipment Technician or Agriculture Equipment Technician certification an asset
• We will also consider apprentices that are registered under this trade too!
• Previous field tech or road tech experience would be a plus
• Basic to above average computers skills and a passion for problem solving
• Experience in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining equipment.
• Ability to complete detailed repair order notes on each job
• The desire to continue learning updated equipment technology as the industry continues to evolve

What We Offer

Competitive compensation: we offer competitive wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.

Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.

Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.

Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.

Retirement savings programs: Company matching pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.