Agricultural Equipment Technician

James River Equipment Group; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tools and PPE allowance

Employee recognition

Job summary

James River Equipment in Danville, VA is seeking an experienced Ag Equipment Technician for our shop. The role covers Monday–Friday with rotating Saturday mornings and requires diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing agricultural equipment.

You will document work, manage parts, and keep the shop and tools organized while adhering to safety standards. Preferred candidates have mechanic experience with heavy or diesel equipment, a willingness to learn through certifications, and basic computer use

Qualifications

• Experience as a mechanic diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing equipment, preferably heavy equipment, ag/turf equipment, or related diesel equipment.
• Coachability and willingness to learn through continued training (JDU, capstone, Stihl, Wirtgen, etc).
• Recent and regular computer use, including running codes and submitting work orders (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment as requested by the Service Manager.
• Prepares all reports and forms required for work assignments.
• Maintains shop, vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Completes disassembly and inspection to expedite parts ordering and scheduling.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Diagnostics and repair

Diesel equipment knowledge

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Danville - Danville, VA 24540Position Type: Full TimeJoin the Team at James River Equipment in Danville

Since 1977, James River Equipment has been providing outstanding John Deere products and services to farmers, businesses, homeowners, and our communities. Each one of our over 50 authorized John Deere dealerships provides a workplace where employees are family and customers return because of the skill, service and trust our employees provide. As we grow, we value people ready to grow a career that makes an impact far beyond just our daily workplace.

We are seeking EXPERIENCED technicians familiar or certified with agricultural equipment for our Ag Shop Tech opening, which covers Monday-Friday and rotating Saturday mornings.

Day in the Life: Ag Equipment Technician

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment and established products as requested by the Service Manager and Service Writer.
• Prepares all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments.
• Mantains condition of shop, vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Complete dis-assembly and inspection, as efficiently as possible, so parts may be ordered and machine work can be scheduled promptly.
• Maintain records and account for all time, parts, and supplies used in repairing and servicing both customer and dealership equipment.

Need to Succeed:

• Experience as a mechanic diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing equipment, preferably heavy equipment, ag/turf equipment, compact construction, or related diesel equipment; experience with 2- and 4-cycle equipment will be considered for our locations with small engine shops
• Coachability and willingness to learn through continued training, such as JDU certification, capstone course, Stihl certification (where applicable), Wirtgen training, etc
• Recent and regular computer use, specifically in running codes and submitting work order information is strongly preferred
• Basic tooling required for most shops and training in diesel technology or heavy equipment mechanics is preferred
• Valid driver's license with ability to be insured on company policy and medical DOT card required for field technicians

Life at James River Equipment

About the Benefits

In addition to a competitive hourly rate of pay (negotiable based on experience) as well as monthly technician incentive bonus eligibility, the successful candidate will receive:

• Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
• Health savings account options
• Flexible spending account options
• Disability and life insurance
• 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
• Annual tools and PPE allowance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee recognition rewards program
• Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
• Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs

Upon joining James River Equipment, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do.

For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com