Diesel Mechanic/Service Technician

United Ag & Turf; Arkansas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agricultural sector seeks a skilled technician to perform diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment. The role includes mentoring trainees and ensuring safety and quality in all tasks. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, along with effective communication skills. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including a 401K match and tool allowance.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401K with company match

Health Insurance

Paid Holiday and Paid Time Off

$1000 annual tool allowance

100% paid uniforms

Qualifications

• Experience performing service repairs and meeting performance metrics.
• Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment.
• Mentors Service Technician Trainees and Technicians.
• Responsible for documentation of diagnostics and repairs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree

Tools

Service ADVISOR

Job description

Description

United Ag & Turf is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico. United Ag & Turf serves customers in a variety of industries such as commercial, construction, agricultural, as well as, consumers. United Ag & Turf strives for exceptional customer experience throughout all our locations and departments including parts, sales, service, and transportation.

Purpose

Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer agricultural, compact construction, and turf equipment. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Advisor, or Shop Foreman.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment and technology
• Mentors Service Technician Trainees and Service Technicians
• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders
• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information
• May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge

• Experience performing service repairs; demonstrated experience consistently meeting performance metrics preferred
• Experience performing repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures on machines of the Technician’s specialty
• Experience with the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in off road, construction, lawn, or heavy equipment
• Experience operating vehicles, tools, and equipment for diagnostic purposes
• Experience with basic computer functions; experience using Service ADVISOR or other computer based diagnostic repair tools preferred
• Experience working cooperatively in a team environment
• Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• 401K with company match
• Health Insurance
• Paid Holiday and Paid Time Off
• $1000 annual tool allowance
• 100% paid uniforms

*Under the American with Disabilities Act, an employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation, as well as possess the skills, experience, education and other job-related requirements necessary for the position. If an employee has a disability, the company will engage in an interactive discussion with the employee to determine if reasonable accommodation that does not create an undue hardship for the company is available.*

Requirements

Requirements

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment and technology
• Mentors Service Technician Trainees and Service Technicians
• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders
• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information
• May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products