Service Technician- Agricultural Equipment Mechanic

Hutson, Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bi-weekly wage

401(k) with company match

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

HSA with company match

FSA

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Tool allowance

Uniform allowance

Employee referral bonus

Employee discounts

Dependent Care Assistance Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

On-the-job training & skills develop

Job summary

Hutson, Inc. is seeking a skilled technician to perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on large agricultural equipment. The role includes ongoing training, keeping up-to-date with John Deere and competitive products, and maintaining vehicles, inventory and tools in a clean, safe work environment.

The technician will complete reports, log time and materials, and support management in achieving company goals while working either independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• Ability to perform advanced repairs and maintenance using manuals and tools.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Valid DOT Medical Card required for road technicians.
• Forklift and respirator certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on large agricultural equipment.
• Participates in Service EDUCATE training programs.
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipment.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly; completes all required reports and time/material forms.
• Accounts for all time on time card and all material used.
• Supports management in pursuing company policies, goals and long-term objectives.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Hydraulics

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Detail oriented

DOT Card

Forklift certification

Respirator certification

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree

Tools

Service Advisor

Computers

Diagnostic software

Job description

Job overview

The Technician will perform advanced diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned large agricultural equipment. Their purpose is to continue learning the business and gain the knowledge and experience necessary to work within the framework of the Hutson Service Business Model.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on small 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.
• 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.
• Supports management in the pursuit of corporate policies, plans, goals, and long-term objectives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred.
• Ability to perform basic to advanced 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.
• Ability to work individually or with a team.
• Detail oriented.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Valid DOT Medical Card is required (road technicians only)
• Forklift certification (nice to have).
• Respirator certification (nice to have).

Additional requirements

• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (includes inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Benefits

• Competitive wage paid bi-weekly
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Company-paid term life insurance plus Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• $1,250/year tool allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee discounts
• Dependent Care Assistance Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-job training & skills development

Working Conditions

• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.
• The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or to chemicals.
• The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
• The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
• The worker is subject to extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.

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