PTR Technician - John Deere

Cross Technologies Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Technologies Inc. seeks a Power Tool Repair Technician in Des Moines, IA to repair fastening tooling across DC Electric, pulse, air and battery systems. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, quality, and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The candidate should have a strong mechanical/electronic background and prior experience in tool repair or maintenance, with the ability to document activities and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• A.A.S. technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electronic and/or technical background in industrial environment.
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Must show self-motivation, initiative, honesty, integrity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance or repair of torque-related process equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Install, test, calibrate, and repair mechanical tools in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and perform preventative maintenance.
• Document repair and maintenance activity in Cross Company database systems.
• Be knowledgeable of repair and calibration methods and procedures.
• Document non-conformances and identify equipment reliability trends.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Maintain good attendance and productive work ethic.
• Work overtime, weekends and holidays as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electronic background

Technical troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

A.A.S. technical degree (Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical Eng Tech) or related field

Job description

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Full Time Technical Des Moines, IA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2071

At Cross Company, we don't just show up for work—we show up for a company we actually own. As a 100% employee-owned industrial technology leader, we provide specialized expertise in automation, hydraulics, precision measurement, and more that keeps the world's manufacturers moving.

We operate on the principle of Servant Leadership: we hire smart, driven people and then get out of their way so they can do what they do best. When you join the Cross team, you aren't just an employee; you're an owner-associate in a stable, transparent, and high-performance environment where your voice truly matters.

Job Summary:

The goal of the Power Tool Repair Technician is to provide the repair of all fastening tooling in the Plant; assembly process to include but not limited to DC Electric, pulse, air and battery tools. Candidates should possess the skills to implement improvements and preventative measures within our scope of operation. Candidates with experience in power tool repair, maintenance and strong quality systems are preferred. The best candidates are previous Quality Technicians, Calibration Technicians, and/or Hands-On Maintenance Technicians in complex process settings.

Essential Functions:

• Maintenance or repair of torque related process equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Install, test, calibrate, and repair simple and complex mechanical tools in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and perform preventative maintenance.
• Document repair and maintenance activity of equipment in the Cross Company database applications
• Be knowledgeable of the methods, practices and procedures for repair and calibration being performed.
• Document non-conformances and identify equipment reliability trends
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Consistently maintain good work attendance and productive work ethic.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays as assigned

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications:

• A.A.S. technical degree (Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering Technology) or related field or military work or equivalent experience preferred
• Strong mechanical, electronic and / or technical background in industrial environment preferred
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and excellent customer service skills in a fast paced world class automotive environment
• Must demonstrate self-motivation, initiative, honesty, integrity, and attention to detail

Core Competencies:

• Accountability
• Commitment to Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results

Physical Demands of the Position:

• Stands greater than four hours at a time
• May require walking 2 - 4 miles during an 8 hour period
• Stoops and bends below knee level 2 - 4 times an hour
• Lifts and carries less than 50 pounds but greater than 25 pounds repetitively
• Climbs stairs more than four times in an eight hour shift
• Pushes / pulls objects greater than 25 pounds
• Reaches out
• Reaches overhead
• Repetitively uses feet
• Repetitively uses hands (computer keyboard)