Heavy Equipment Service Technician — Growth & Benefits

Vermeer Midwest -Goodfield; Goodfield (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick days, &

Company-paid life, AD&D, & disability

Job summary

Vermeer Midwest in Goodfield, IL is seeking a Service Technician – Heavy Equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy machinery across multiple brands and applications. The role follows a day shift, Monday through Friday, with competitive hourly pay and hands-on problem solving.

You will operate in a team-oriented environment, performing preventative maintenance, documenting service work, and ensuring safety and reliability of equipment in the field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-5 years of experience repairing heavy equipment or completion of a formal technical training program preferred.
• Agricultural experience.
• Hands-on experience with electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, safety-conscious, and time management skills.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with diagnostic tools.
• CDL Class B or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy-duty equipment such as directional drills, trenchers, brush chippers, excavators, aerial lifts, and more.
• Diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical issues using computerized tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools.
• Clean, lubricate, test, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
• Complete service tickets and documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate repair status with customers and collaborate with fellow technicians as needed.
• Fill in as a Field Service Tech on an as needed basis.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Time management

Safety-conscious

Self-motivated

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Vermeer Midwest in Goodfield, IL is seeking a Service Technician – Heavy Equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy machinery across multiple brands and applications. The role follows a day shift, Monday through Friday, with competitive hourly pay and hands-on problem solving.

You will operate in a team-oriented environment, performing preventative maintenance, documenting service work, and ensuring safety and reliability of equipment in the field.