Field Service Technician — Agricultural Machinery

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Service Technician to maintain, repair, and support agricultural machinery in the Paarl, Western Cape region. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, perform scheduled maintenance, and ensure peak performance for tractors, harvesters, and implements.

The role requires hands-on experience with agricultural equipment, strong diagnostic abilities, and a commitment to customer service in a dynamic outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with agricultural machinery or heavy equipment preferred.
• Strong diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, diagrams, and service bulletins.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic assessments and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on agricultural machinery.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance and servicing according to manufacturer specifications.
• Respond to service calls from clients to address equipment issues promptly and efficiently.
• Install new equipment and provide basic operational training to clients.
• Maintain accurate service records, including parts used and labor performed.
• Ensure all tools, equipment, and service vehicles are properly maintained and organized.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations while working on client sites.
• Collaborate with the parts department to ensure timely availability of necessary components.
• Stay updated on new technologies and service techniques for agricultural machinery.
• Provide excellent customer service and build strong relationships with clients in the Paarl, Western Cape area.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostic tools

Education

Trade qualification or apprenticeship in diesel mechanics or agricultural equipment repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Service Technician to maintain, repair, and support agricultural machinery in the Paarl, Western Cape region. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, perform scheduled maintenance, and ensure peak performance for tractors, harvesters, and implements.

The role requires hands-on experience with agricultural equipment, strong diagnostic abilities, and a commitment to customer service in a dynamic outdoor environment.