Service Technician

Birkey's Farm Store, Inc.; Prophetstown (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural equipment service provider is seeking a technician to perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs. This role involves diagnosing issues on heavy equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction, and adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in repairs, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to teamwork. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining equipment performance and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment when on-site or in shop environments.
• Repair diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, suspensions and related components.
• Read schematics and manuals to perform accurate diagnostics and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and locate mechanical deficiencies on Heavy Equipment.
• Proper use of diagnostic equipment.
• Repair and/or replace components of diesel engines and hydraulic systems.
• Read and interpret technical information from schematics and manuals.
• Perform welding and brazing, fabricate and modify parts.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of workspace.
• Complete all work orders and time sheets accurately.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment

Diesel Engines

Hydraulics

Electrical Systems

Welding

Teamwork

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Diagnoses and performs standard mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs, and assembles equipment for the company and its customers. Performs work in an efficient and accurate manner to ensure customer satisfaction and company profitability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and locate mechanical deficiencies on Heavy Equipment as assigned by the service manager.
• Proper use of diagnostic equipment.
• Determine extent of necessary repairs including identifying major powertrain overhaul needs. Prepare orders for required services. Source and order parts as needed.
• Repair and/or replace all components of diesel engines, hydraulic, air conditioning, electrical, and suspension systems, drive trains, steering, braking, material handling, and operator comfort systems.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical information from schematics, technical manuals, drawings and procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Perform welding and brazing, fabricate and modify parts, equipment, miscellaneous structures and attachments.
• Keep service manager informed on special parts orders, shortages and malfunctions.
• Complete all work orders (including warranty information) and time sheets in a legible, accurate, and timely manner.
• Maintain a current knowledge of products, technology and models by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical and regulation publications.
• Work as part of a team, offering and seeking assistance when needed.
• Keep shop vehicles clean and serviced.
• Help control expenses and produce as much quality work as possible.
• Help maintain cleanliness, neatness and safety of personal workspace, building and lot.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to company safety program at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure every customer is satisfied with the products, services and support of all staff.
• Resolve customer’s concerns efficiently and effectively.
• Promote a positive attitude at all times.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Exhibit Birkey’s high level of customer service on a daily basis.
• Acknowledge appreciation of clients and customer.