Turf Technician (Small Engine)

AgriVision Equipment and PrairieLand Partners; Clay Center (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AgriVision Equipment Group and PrairieLand Partners is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose and repair turf equipment. You will maintain equipment, parts, and tools, while staying current on John Deere and competitive products.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work in a team, with strong communication and computer skills. Training opportunities and safety programs are available.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems required.
• Basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipment training provided.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipment.
• Participates in EDUCATE Training programs.
• Maintains knowledge of John Deere products and competitors.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostics

Communication skills

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Who We Are:AgriVision Equipment Group and PrairieLand Partners (AVE-PLP, LLC) is a joint venture between two of the top John Deere Dealerships in the United States. By joining forces, we continue to lead the charge in technology, innovation, and best-in-class service and support for our respective customers. Our purpose is to lead agriculture in rural America.We credit our success to our knowledgeable, competitive, hardworking, and passionate employees that strive for excellence in everything they do. We live out our Guiding Principles of Integrity, Servant Leadership, Courageous Innovation, and Performance.With over 100 years of experience in the agricultural industry we have a rich heritage, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit. Today, we have a strong presence in numerous locations with our support spanning through western Iowa, eastern Nebraska, central and eastern Kansas, and northwest Missouri.We are seeking driven, highly motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious professionals who want to be part of cultivating the highest impact culture in the agriculture equipment industry. Previous experience and knowledge of large ag equipment or commercial/turf equipment is welcomed but not required. We can train with the right individual who is willing to work hard and make customers their #1 priority.Look Forward. Adapt Often. Lead Always.General Purpose:Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned turf equipment. The position may require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman or senior technicians.Essential Functions:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipmentParticipates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledgeMaintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive productsMaintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipmentMaintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashionFollows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignmentsCompletes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignmentsAccounts for all time on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned dutiesSupervisory Duties:None.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to consistently promote, support, work, and act in a manner in support of AVE-PLP’s DNA.Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of customer and dealer-owned equipment.Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.Ability to communicate effectively with AVE-PLP staff and customers, both verbal and written.Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.Ability to use job-related computer applications and basic computer functions.Education:High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) equivalent is required.Experience:Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipmentParticipates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledgeMaintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive productsMaintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipmentMaintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashionFollows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignmentsCompletes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignmentsAccounts for all time on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned dutiesAdditional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:Must have reliable transportation.Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License.Passing a driving record (MVR), criminal history background checks, employment verification, and drug screen will be required prior to the start of employment.Forklift license preferred or ability to obtain one.Working Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Occasional outdoor work in extreme weather conditions (hot/cold); walking on uneven terrain; occasional exposure to insects.Regular and long-term exposure to work areas containing toxic/caustic/hazardous/volatile chemicals; extreme conditions such as hot/cold; sharp hazards; dust/fumes/gasses; electrical shock; moving mechanical parts; high pitched and/or constant loud noise.Work may involve assisting with sampling, calibration of equipment and process instruments calibration / maintenance in difficult areas.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including cold weather gear, eye protection, gloves, and provided uniform.A clean and safety-conscientious work environment is required.Work may involve long hours and overtime during holidays, weekends, and evenings.Required to rotate on-call responsibilities for up to a week at a time.Physical Activities:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to stand, sit, walk, walk on unpaved terrain, talk, reach with arms and hands, have good manual dexterity, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard, handle or feel, hear alarms/telephones/normal speaking voice.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.May involve climbing ladders, stairs, steps, and traversing catwalk grating, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, and kneeling on a frequent basis and working in confined space and manual dexterity required to complete work tasks through safe and proper operation of power and hand tools, and motor vehicles.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.Moving, positioning, and carrying loads of up to 5 pounds upstairs and loading on four-foot-high surfaces frequently.Strenuous physical work involving heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally.AgriVision Equipment Group and PrairieLand Partners (AVE-PLP, LLC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person in any condition of employment based on race, color, creed, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status.