Diesel Mechanic - Service Technician

United Ag; Springfield (VT); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Program

John Deere Training

Tool Reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, 401K Match

Referral Bonus

Earned PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Company holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

Great Work/Life Balance

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

United Construction & Forestry is seeking a Service Technician to repair and maintain electric, diesel, and gasoline industrial construction and forestry equipment. The role includes diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and maintaining records for parts and service charges.

The position requires owning own tools and strong customer service and communication skills. A Heavy Equipment license is preferred; high school diploma or GED is required. Training through John Deere University is provided.

Qualifications

• Must own and maintain their own tools (specialty tools provided by dealership).
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Excellent oral communication and written skills are required.
• Strong organizational skills are needed for this role.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Recondition and repair engines, transmissions, tractors and industrial equipment.
• Diagnose problems and determine required repairs.
• Keep records of parts costs and service charges for customers.
• Handle customer problems professionally and tactfully.
• Assist in directing work of helpers and trainees where needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and complete related duties.
• Develop skills in disassembly, assembly and repair of components and machines.

Skills

Own tools

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy Equipment license

Job description

Who We Are

United Construction & Forestry is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across the Northeast. We service customers in a variety of industries such as commercial, construction, agricultural, as well as consumers. United Ag & Turf strives for exceptional customer service throughout all our locations and departments including parts, sales, and service.

What You’ll Get

• Bonus Program
• Training through John Deere University
• Tool Reimbursement
• A comprehensive employee benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401K Match
• Referral Bonus
• Earned PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Company holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Great Work/Life Balance
• Opportunities for advancement

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday 1st shift – Saturdays as needed

United Construction & Forestry is looking for a Service Technician. This individual will be responsible for repairing and maintaining electric, diesel, and gasoline industrial construction and forestry equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Recondition and repair all engines, transmission, tractors and industrial equipment assigned by the shop supervisor
• Diagnose problems and determine what repairs are needed
• Keep records required to establish cost of parts and service charges to the customer
• Handle customer problems both objectively and tactfully
• Assist in directing work of helpers or on the job trainees and provide instructions as required
• Maintain a clean work area and perform miscellaneous duties associated with the job
• Develop skills in disassembly, assembly and repair of components and machines
• Perform all service tasks as assigned by the Product Support Manager, Service Manager, Service Writer or Shop Foreman
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments
• Report any additional work required on equipment to the Service Manager, for proper and safe operation by the customer
• Participate in all training programs as directed by the Service Manager
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion

Requirements

What it Takes

• Must own and maintain their own tools (specialty tools provided by dealership)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to assemble and perform maintenance functions
• Able to work a varying work schedule/shift and be flexible to respond to after-hour calls
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent oral communication and written skills
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred

• Heavy Equipment license

Education

• High school diploma or GED

The posted pay range reflects the full compensation range for this position. Starting pay is determined based on relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic market, and internal equity. Most new hires are placed within the lower to middle portion of the range, with opportunities for continued wage growth as they develop in the role.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to stand, sit, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and telephone
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements
• Hearing ability is sufficient to communicate with others in person or over the phone
• Light to moderate lifting may be required (up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to reach, stoop, kneel, and bend as needed