Lawn & Garden/Small Engine Tech – Shiner

Shoppa's + John Deere; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid time off

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Shoppa's + John Deere is seeking a John Deere turf technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain turf products such as lawn mowers and gators. You will follow manuals and use special tools, reporting to the service manager and ensuring safe, timely service.

Applicants need 2+ years of service repair experience, strong customer service, ability to lift 50 lbs, and a high school diploma. This is a full-time position with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, disability, PTO, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience performing service repairs.
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and maintenance using special tools.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in turf equipment.
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.
• Ability to lift at least 50+ lbs. repeatedly.
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a high level of service on all makes of John Deere turf equipment.
• Perform reconditioning and repair of all machine systems and components.
• Coordinates with Service Manager to establish and implement effective processes for turf services offered through dealership-specific service programs.
• Report work required with the Service Manager, for proper and safe operation by the customer.
• Reviews and explains any maintenance, repair or other service concerns with the customer if needed and documents on work order.
• Participates in training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge as directed by the service manager.
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments.

Skills

Customer service

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostics

Lifting 50 lbs

Hydraulic systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Special tools

Technical manuals

Job description

The John Deere turf technician is responsible for the diagnosis, repair, and scheduled maintenance of turf products such as lawn mowers, John Deere gators and other consumer products. This technician will report to the service manager, and all work shall be completed in a safe, professional, and timely manner. The technician must be able to diagnose the failure mode, using the appropriate technical manual procedures or online computer manuals and special tools. Additionally, the technician must be able to perform complete component removal, disassembly, and reconditioning, following technical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a high level of service on all makes of John Deere turf equipment
• Perform reconditioning and repair of all machine systems and components
• Coordinates with Service Manager to establish and implement effective processes for all turf services offered through dealership specific service programs
• Report work required with the Service Manager, for proper and safe operation by the customer
• Reviews and explains any maintenance, repair or other service concerns with the customer if needed and documents on work order
• Participates in training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge as directed by the service manager
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• 2+ years of experience performing service repairs
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of turf equipment
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to lift at least 50+ lbs. repeatedly
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Full time with benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, short and long term disability, PTO, company provided uniforms