Service Technician

Sinclair Tractor; Washington (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Tractor is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair John Deere equipment. The role involves field and shop work, mentoring trainees, and maintaining thorough service documentation. You will operate diagnostic tools, follow safety procedures, and stay current with equipment knowledge.

The position requires a high school diploma, with preferred associates degree in John Deere Ag Tech or related field and experience in agricultural equipment repairs. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or 2-year John Deere Ag Tech preferred.
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for outdoor power and agricultural equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment.
• Mentor technicians and trainees.
• Operate diagnostic tools and maintain documentation.
• Work in field or shop as required.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the work area.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in John Deere Ag Tech or related 2-year degree

Tools

John Deere diagnostic tools

Job description

Type of Employment: Full Time or Part Time

Wage Type: Hourly

At SinclairTractor, we pride ourselves on being the destination in Southeast Iowa for agricultural equipment, precision farming, agronomic decision support, NAPA parts and supplies. With thirteen John Deere dealerships, five NAPA parts locations and a Supply Store, we are looking for motivated and talented people to join our team.

Purpose:

Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural and turf equipment.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment and technology
• Mentors Service Technician Trainees and Service Technicians
• Conducts or supports customer clinics
• Performs diagnostics and repairs in the field as required
• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders
• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information
• May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products
• All other duties assigned by manager

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
• Associates degree in John Deere Ag Tech or related 2-year degree and/or 2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of outdoor power equipment/agricultural equipment
• Outstanding knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to work varying shifts, extended hours, and holidays
• Must have basic knowledge of equipment safety procedure

Working Conditions & Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Workshop setting
• Repetitive bending and/or kneeling
• Must be able to lift 75-pounds
• Travel as needed

Sinclair Tractor provides equal employment opportunities to applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any protected classes. This job description is not an employment contract and the employment relationship remains “at will.” Sinclair Tractor will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

Protected veterans may have additional rights under USERRA - the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. In particular, if you were absent from employment in order to perform service in the uniformed service, you may be entitled to be reemployed by your employer in the position you would have obtained with reasonable certainty if not for the absence due to service. For more information, call the U.S. Department of Labor's Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS), toll- free, at 1-866-4-USA-DOL.