Agricultural Equipment Technician

James River Equipment Group; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

James River Equipment in Newton, NC is seeking an experienced Shop Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair farm and agricultural equipment. The role includes ordering parts, preparing estimates, and documenting service reports in a fast-paced dealership setting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of mechanic experience on equipment, a mechanical degree or equivalent, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers day-one benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanic experience on farm/equipment, preferably ag/turf.
• Technical or vocational degree in mechanical field preferred.
• Willingness to learn, coachable, good communication skills required.
• Recent dealership software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pre-deliver, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair farm and agricultural equipment.
• Order parts and prepare repair estimates.
• Prepare inspection and service reports and maintain records.
• Complete jobs and repair estimates, keep area clean and safe.
• Comply with company policies and government regulations.

Skills

2+ years experience

Education

Mechanical degree

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Newton - Newton, NC 28658, Position Type: Full Time, Join the Team at James River Equipment in Newton

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.

As a Shop Mechanic, your more typical responsibilities will include:

• Pre-deliver, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair farm and agricultural equipment.
• Order parts and prepare repair estimates.
• Prepare accurate inspection and service reports and maintain other records as required.
• Complete jobs and repair estimates.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Work in a safe manner.
• Comply with company policies and government regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Include:

• Currently seeking an EXPERIENCED mechanic/technician with 2 or more years mechanic experience working on equipment (ag/turf preferred)
• Technical or vocational degree in mechanical field strongly preferred
• Willingness to learn, coachable, good communication skills required
• Basic set of tools required
• Recent computer usages in similar dealership software required

Life at James River Equipment: About the Benefits

Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive hourly rate of pay (negotiable based on experience) as well as monthly technician 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 atwww.jamesriverequipment.com