Waterloo IA - Lawn & Garden Equipment Service Technician

P; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company health plan starts day 1

Zero-cost employee medical

401k with 4% match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Job summary

P&K in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Lawn & Garden Equipment Service Technician to diagnose and repair lawn and garden equipment, working under the Service Manager. The role requires basic diagnostics, hands-on repairs, and accurate reporting.

You will maintain tools and inventory, stay current on product knowledge, and communicate with other locations. A strong mechanical background and good driving record are essential; overtime opportunities apply.

Qualifications

• Basic diagnostics and repair of lawn and garden equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• High School Diploma or GED; valid driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic diagnostics and determine repairs.
• Perform repairs as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
• Communicate with Service Manager and other locations.

Skills

Repair knowledge

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostic software

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Computer literacy

Internet usage

Job description

Waterloo IA - Lawn & Garden Equipment Service Technician Summary*:Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned lawn and garden equipment. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager or Shop Foreman. Maintains professional communication with all company locations to insure information flows in an appropriate manner.Lawn & Garden Equipment Service Technician Duties:Performs basic lawn and garden equipment diagnostics and determines what repairs are needed, if required.Performs basic lawn and garden equipment repairs as requested by the supervisor.Participates in all job-related training and development.Prepares all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments.Maintains current product knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.Safety Sensitive PositionLawn & Garden Equipment Service Technician Pay & Benefits:Competitive Pay (Plus Overtime Pay)Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Company sponsored Healthcare starts the first day of the month after you start with P&K)ZERO cost medical insurance for employee only coverageCompany Paid Life Insurance401k- Start contributing first of month after hire date and 4% match after one year employmentPaid Time Off & Holiday Pay (Starting Day 1 with P&K!)Safety gear allowancesWaterloo IA - Lawn & Garden Equipment Service Technician Skills & Qualifications:Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of lawn and garden equipment.Good knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.Ability to use standard computer software applications such as diagnostic software and internet functions.Good skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.High School Diploma or GED equivalent.Good driving record and safety habits.Job Specific Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, set, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.