Diesel Mechanic/Service Technician

United Ag & Turf

De Queen (AR)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401K with company match

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays and PTO

$1000 annual tool allowance

100% paid uniforms

Job summary

United Ag & Turf is seeking a skilled Service Technician to diagnose and repair John Deere equipment across our Arkansas locations. You will mentor trainees, manage billable time, and document all diagnostics and repairs with accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires maintaining safety standards, operating appropriate tools, and keeping up-to-date with John Deere products. Associates degree is preferred, and a strong teamwork attitude is essential.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
Experience with diagnostic tools and equipment used in off-road, agricultural, or construction machinery is a plus.
Experience communicating effectively in writing and verbally.

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

Skills

Diagnostics & repairs

Mentoring technicians

Documentation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

John Deere diagnostic tools

Service Advisors software

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.

Description

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

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