Agricultural/Tractor Technician

American Equipment LLC; Town of Farmington (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly raises and bonuses

401K with discretionary matching up to

100% company-paid single medical plan

Low-cost dental & vision insurance

$50,000 life insurance, AD&D, LTD

Paid uniforms and tool/boot allowance

Vacation 1 week—3 weeks with tenure

40 hours sick leave and 7 holidays

Job summary

American Equipment LLC in New York state seeks an experienced service technician to diagnose, repair, and fine-tune tractors, mowers, and agricultural equipment. You will work across engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and transmissions, ensuring field-ready reliability.

You must have 3+ years of hands-on experience, a valid NYS driver’s license, and relevant certifications. We offer strong benefits, growth opportunities, and respectful leadership that supports ongoing training and personal

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing service repairs on agricultural equipment or strong technical/mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn a lifelong trade.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in agricultural equipment repair.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and ability to operate vehicles/equipment for diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Keep tractors, mowers, and agricultural equipment running by diagnosing, repairing, and fine-tuning to prevent downtime during critical farming seasons.
• Handle both large mechanical jobs and detailed work to speed repairs and extend equipment life.
• Work on engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and transmissions and perform farm implement repairs.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostic ability

Safety-conscious

Education

Basic Service Technician certification

Diesel engine certifications or experience servicing

Job description

Work the way you want. With leadership that trusts you, benefits that benefit you, and teammates who pull together and get stuff done.
We equip and support local farms, homeowners, and landscapers with the tractors, mowers, parts, and service that keep their operations running strong. We hire people we can trust, then give them room to work, back them with training, and reward them with strong benefits, raises, and bonuses. With this position, we are continuing to grow and adding to our team. You’ll help us keep lawn & garden equipment running strong to support homeowners and landscaping professionals who maintain beautiful outdoor spaces. You’ll help us keep agricultural equipment running strong to support the farmers and operations that support our communities.
What You’ll Get To Do

• Keep tractors, mowers, and agricultural equipment running strong, diagnosing, repairing, and fine-tuning to prevent downtime during critical farming seasons.
• Handle both big mechanical jobs and small details that speed up repairs, avoid wasted parts and labor, ensure peak performance and safety, prevent costly breakdowns, and extend equipment life.
• Work on all systems, including engines, hydraulics, electrical, and transmissions, plus farm implement repairs that keep operations moving.
• Communicate with the parts team to avoid delays and maintain records that make future service smoother.
• Keep customers happy and farming operations moving by making sure equipment is reliable and field-ready.
  About You
• You’ve got 3+ years of experience performing service repairs on agricultural equipment, or you’re someone with strong technical and mechanical skills willing to learn a lifelong trade.
• You have proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in agricultural equipment repair. Fuel injection, electronic governor, welding, and fabrication experience are all a plus.
• You take pride in keeping things safe, accurate, and built to last, but don’t take yourself too seriously.
• You’ve got a valid NYS driver’s license and can operate vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes.
  Even Better, But Not Required
• Basic Service Technician certification
• Diesel engine certifications or experience servicing
  Typical Schedule
  Monday - Friday (some weekends as needed). Start and end times can fluctuate based on workload, but typical times are 7:00 am - 4/5:00 pm.
  What’s In It For You
  Workplace Culture & Management Style
• No micromanagement. Just clear expectations, trust, and backup when you need it.
• Open-door leadership from your manager to the owner.
• People who’ve got your back and won’t let you fail.
• We don’t take ourselves too seriously. You’ll find room for a laugh, whether it’s in the shop or at a company event.
• Company donations and support for causes employees care about.
  Flexibility & Growth
• Schedule flexibility to support personal commitments when possible.
• Opportunities for growth across a wide range of equipment and customers.
• Support for ongoing training, education, certifications, and development.
  Compensation & Benefits
• Yearly raises and bonuses for cost-of-living and merit.
• 401K plan with discretionary matching contributions (typically 50-100% match up to 6%).
• 100% company-paid single medical plan (employee pays for dependents) with $50 per week contribution to HSA for high-deductible medical plan participants.
• Low-cost dental & vision insurance.
• $50,000 life insurance, AD&D, and LTD fully covered by the company starting day one.
• Paid uniforms and annual tool and boot allowance.
  Time Off & Leave
• Vacation for full-time employees:
  • 1 week after 1 year
  • 2 weeks after 2 years
  • 3 weeks after 5 years
• 40 hours paid sick leave and 7 holidays

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.