Senior Ag Service Field Technician

Deer Country Farm & Lawn Inc.; Adamstown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive program with earnings up to $800 monthly

Job summary

A local agricultural service provider is seeking a skilled technician to perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on agricultural and turf equipment. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of service repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift heavy equipment. This role requires effective communication and participation in training programs for skill enhancement. Incentive programs with potential earnings of up to $800 monthly are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience performing service repairs.
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly.
• Valid insurable driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment.
• Participate in service training programs for skill development.
• Maintain condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Skills

Advanced repairs and maintenance

Proficient oral and written communication

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

Ability to operate diagnostic equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree (preferred)

Tools

Service Advisor

Job description

Our technicians are eligible for an incentive program with potential earnings up to $800 monthly.

Purpose:

Independently performs advanced diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customers, as well as dealer-owned, agricultural and/or turf equipment or other work as assigned by supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on agricultural, compact construction equipment, and/or consumer and commercial turf equipment, as well as Ag Management Solutions (AMS) products
• Participates in Service training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Completes all reports, forms, and tasks required in conjunction with work assignments, including researching and requesting parts needed
• Accounts for all time and all material used in performing assigned duties according to dealership processes and business system
• Communicates professionally and effectively with manufacturers, team members, and customers when needed
• Will perform diagnosis and repair in the field
• May provide delivery services when needed
• May conduct or support customer clinics

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other leadership as required. Company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred
• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience performing service repairs
• Skills: Ability to perform advanced repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following technical manual procedures, proficient oral and written communication skills, ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions, advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural, compact construction equipment, and/or turf equipment
  Provide tools needed to perform job duties (Specialty tools are owned and provided by dealership)
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Valid insurable driver’s license required
• Must possess or have ability to obtain valid medical DOT card within two weeks of employment
• Working Conditions: Ability to work extended/flexible hours that may include some scheduled Saturdays