Ag Equipment Service Diesel Technician, Mitchell, SD

Butler Machinery; Huron (SD); On-site; USD 45,088 - 73,054; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement plan

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(K) Plan

Job summary

Butler Machinery in Huron, SD is seeking a Diesel Service Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on agricultural equipment. Join a company that values skill development and offers a supportive training environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities and excellent customer service skills, along with the willingness to learn in a dynamic field. Attractive benefits include a generous retirement plan and health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Ability to work well with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to acquire trade-specific tooling.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on agriculture equipment.
• Troubleshoot diesel technology systems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Computer technology skills

Education

Degree or certificate in a related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Hand tools

Impact tools

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a company that helps develop your skillset, cares about your development, and provides a training environment to succeed? Butler Machinery Company is a third‑generation family‑owned business that believes in helping employees reach their full potential. In this ever‑changing industry, Butler Machinery has provided security, training and growth opportunities for employees since 1955. We offer rewarding career opportunities and professional level training in our state‑of‑the art training facility.

In this role you’ll use your mechanical aptitude to perform maintenance, diagnostics and repair for all customer equipment needs. With a career at Butler, you’ll begin a journey of personal and professional growth.

To learn more about how you could start an exciting new career as a technician with Butler Machinery, please visit https://butlermachinery.com/techniciancareers.

Full‑Time Technician Pay Scale: $32.73/hr-$53.03/hr, DOE.

Benefits For a Diesel Service Technician

• Generous retirement plan with 8% guaranteed by the company each year once eligibility is met, with no minimum required contributions out of your pocket
• Health Insurance – 3 plan options
• Health Savings Account – Employer contribution up to $1,300/year
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• Dental Insurance – 2 plan options
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employer paid Short‑Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay
• Maternity and Paternity Benefits
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching
• SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program
• Legal Shield/ID Shield products
• Other company‑sponsored benefits include uniforms, safety glass allowance, optional Credit Union membership and educational assistance
• Voluntary Benefit options – Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization

Responsibilities Of a Diesel Service Technician

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on agriculture equipment and systems.
• Troubleshooting capabilities within all diesel technology systems and componentry. For example: Hydraulics, electrical, power trains, etc.
• Opportunity for overtime as workload dictates (anything over 8 hours a day is paid at 1.5× your hourly rate)
• Proactively maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Work independently and as part of a high performing team
• Committed to lifelong learning and training to stay ahead of industry standards and product updates
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs
• Opportunity to travel to other Butler and customer locations
• Other duties as assigned

We are looking for ideal candidates who embrace the following values

• Our Team – At Butler, we believe our team is our greatest asset. We believe in working together and treating each other with dignity and respect.
• Customer‑Driven – We are customer driven. We strive to exceed our customer’s expectations, but never at the cost of our values.
• Integrity – We believe that integrity is paramount. Our word is the cornerstone of our business, and we will earn the trust of those we serve.
• Accountability – We believe in accountability. We understand the impact of our decisions and accept responsibility for our words and our actions.
• Excellence – We believe in excellence through innovation, life‑long learning and professional development.
• Safety – We believe in uncompromised safety. We are collectively responsible for the safety of one another in all workplace situations.

Qualifications That Match a Diesel Technician Career

• Ability to provide an excellent customer experience
• Ability to work well with minimum supervision
• Proficient computer technology skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Preferred ability to meet and maintain insurability standards to drive a company vehicle
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to learn new skills quickly
• Preferred degree or certificate in a related field or equivalent applicable experience
• Willingness to acquire trade‑specific tooling, including hand and impact tools
• Applied knowledge of basic mechanical theory
• Must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

EOE/Vet/Disability