Shop Mechanic

James River Equipment Group; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

HSA options

FSA options

Disability & life insurance

401k with match & profit share

Tools allowance

Paid time off & holidays

Employee recognition rewards

Cruise opportunities for top perform.

Leadership & professional growth

Quarterly group outings

Job summary

James River Equipment in Newton, NC is seeking a skilled Shop Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair farm and agricultural equipment. The role involves ordering parts, preparing repair estimates, and maintaining clear service reports in a fast-paced shop environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of mechanic experience, a mechanical technical or vocational degree, and strong communication. A basic tools set is required; full benefits accompany this on-site opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanic/technician experience working on equipment (ag/turf preferred).
• Technical or vocational degree in mechanical field strongly preferred.
• Willingness to learn, coachable, good communication skills required.
• Basic set of tools required.

Responsibilities

• Pre-deliver, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair farm and agricultural equipment.
• Order parts and prepare repair estimates.
• Prepare accurate inspection and service reports and maintain records.
• Complete jobs and repair estimates.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly and work safely.
• Comply with company policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

2+ years experience

Willingness to learn

Good communication skills

Basic set of tools

Education

Technical or vocational degree in mechanical field

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Career Opportunity with James River Equipment

Join the Team at James River Equipment in Newton

Since 1977, James River Equipment has been providing outstanding John Deere products and services to farmers, businesses, homeowners, and our communities. Each one of our over 50 authorized John Deere dealerships provides a workplace where employees are family and customers return because of the skill, service and trust our employees provide. As we grow, we value people ready to grow a career that makes an impact far beyond just our daily workplace.

Responsibilities

As a Shop Mechanic, your more typical responsibilities will include:

• Pre-deliver, inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair farm and agricultural equipment.
• Order parts and prepare repair estimates.
• Prepare accurate inspection and service reports and maintain other records as required.
• Complete jobs and repair estimates.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Work in a safe manner.
• Comply with company policies and government regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Include:

• Currently seeking an EXPERIENCED mechanic/technician with 2 or more years of mechanic experience working on equipment (ag/turf preferred)
• Technical or vocational degree in mechanical field strongly preferred
• Willingness to learn, coachable, good communication skills required
• Basic set of tools required

Life at James River Equipment

Benefits

Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive hourly rate of pay (negotiable based on experience) as well as monthly technician bonus eligibility, the successful candidate will receive:

• Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
• Health savings account options
• Flexible spending account options
• Disability and life insurance
• 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
• Annual tools and PPE allowance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee recognition rewards program
• Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
• Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs

Upon joining James River Equipment, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do!