Grain Dryer Technician

Socket.dev; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company-provided uniforms

Life Insurance

FSA & HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TRULAND Equipment is seeking a Grain Dryer Technician to independently perform installation, diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance on grain drying equipment. You will set up and test new gear, troubleshoot and repair PLC control systems and related components in a fast-paced field environment.

Requires 1+ years of service repair experience, strong electronics knowledge, PLC familiarity, and the ability to lift 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience performing service repairs.
• Repair and maintenance using Technical Manual procedures with limited re-work.
• Knowledge of electronics and electric components.
• Knowledge of electric diagnostics and repair.
• Knowledge of circuit reading and repair.
• Knowledge of PLCs.
• Good Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL and forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setup, test, and run new grain dryers and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair grain dryers, electric motors, PLC control systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace electronic components.
• Change bearings and other moving components as needed.
• Read and understand schematics and wiring diagrams; read and interpret technical procedures.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Other appropriate responsibilities assigned by manager.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Electrical diagnostics

PLCs

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Tools

Welders

Power tools

Job description

Grow with TRUTRULAND EquipmentWe’re a leading John Deere dealer with 18 locations across Indiana and Ohio, serving residential, commercial, and agricultural customers. If you’re hardworking, eager to learn, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment—we want to hear from you!

Purpose

Independently performs installation, diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on Grain Drying equipment. The Grain Bin Dryer Technician performs both set-up and testing of new equipment and troubleshooting of existing systems. May require some direction or guidance from the Location Service Management team.

Responsibilities

• Setup, test, and run new grain dryers and related equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair grain dryers, electric motors, PLC control systems
• Diagnose, repair, and replace electronic components
• Change bearings and other moving components as needed
• Read and understand schematics and wiring diagrams; as well as read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Other appropriate responsibilities assigned by manager

Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge

• 1+ years of experience performing service repairs
• Ability to perform repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures with limited re-work or customer dissatisfaction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electronics and electric components
• Demonstrated knowledge of electric diagnostics and repair
• Demonstrated knowledge of circuit reading and repair
• Demonstrated knowledge of PLCs
• Good Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Demonstrated willingness to learn
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Demonstrated use of specialized tools such as welders and power tools
• Keeps a friendly relationship with customers
• Keeps a positive attitude
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) and forklift license preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds repeatedly.
• Adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities required.
• Driving record that meets Employer’s insurance company requirements.
• Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain a Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.

Comprehensive benefit package for full-time team members includes

• Competitive bi-weekly wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Life Insurance
• Team member discounts
• Access to additional voluntary insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program (AEP)
• Company-provided uniforms

About TRULAND Equipment

TRULAND Equipment is a John Deere dealer with 18 locations in Indiana and Ohio that supplies and services a wide range of new and used equipment for residential, commercial and agricultural applications. We understand the unique needs and challenges that come with working your land, and we’re dedicated to delivering solutions that exceed expectations. With every phone call, every visit, and every job well done, we’re creating lasting partnerships built on trust.

Our Vision:To enable our customers to cultivate, shape, and manicure the landscape through relationships, engagement, and experiences based on trust, integrity, and a sense of urgency.

Our Values

• Integrity: Do the right thing
• Trust: Do what we say we are going to do
• Simplify Business Transactions: Easy to do business with
• Urgency: Engage with a sense of urgency
• Respect and Teamwork: Work together to solve our customer's needs
• Imaginative Solutions: Create solutions with thoughtfulness and purpose