Agricultural Equipment Technician – Diagnostics & Repairs

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

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