Service Technician

Blanchard Equipment Company, Inc; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Blanchard Equipment Company, Inc is seeking a Service Technician in Georgia to perform basic diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance on agricultural and turf equipment. The role involves following safety rules, keeping tools and vehicles in good condition, and participating in continued education programs.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of service repair experience, strong mechanical/electrical/hydraulic knowledge, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree preferred.
• 1+ years of experience performing service repairs.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Able to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on agricultural and turf equipment and AMS products.
• Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs.
• Maintains knowledge of John Deere and competitors.
• Maintains vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly; follows safety rules.
• Completes reports and time/material usage records.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostics

Physical strength

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Service Advisor

Basic computer skills

Job description

Service Technician

Position Specifics:

Department: Service

Reports to: Service Manager or Service Location Manager

Supervises: None

Purpose:

Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural and turf equipment. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman or senior technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on agricultural and turf equipment and established Ag Management Solutions (AMS) products
• Participates in Service EDUCATE 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 and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Accounts for all time on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned duties

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• 1+ years of experience performing service repairs
• 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 agricultural and turf equipment
• Ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Basic Service Technician certification preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred
• Valid drivers license is required
• Fork lift license preferred