Agricultural / Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician

#206385 Upper Onslow, NS, Canada

Description

We are the Maritimes' only John Deere Dealership with 15 locations to serve you.

We are looking for a skilled, dedicated person to fill the position of Heavy Equipment or Agricultural Service Technician at our Truro, NS location.

Please note:  If we like your resume, you will receive an email asking you to take a quick 5 minute questionnaire from Predictive Index.  Please keep an eye for it in your email.  Sometimes it goes to your junk mail.


Purpose:
Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment.  May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager.

 Responsibilities:

• Performs complex diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment and established Ag Management Solutions (AMS) products
• Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Performs diagnosis and repair in the field as required
• Supports customer clinics
• Maintains current knowledge of company competitive products
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipment
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Accounts for all time and material used in performing assigned duties

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• up to 2+ years of experience performing service repairs
• Ability to perform complex repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures on the machines of the Technician’s specialty
• Expert knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural and turf equipment
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Heavy Equipment or Agricultural Technician education preferred
• Valid driver’s license required

What We Offer:
We offer full-time employment, an opportunity for advancement within a progressive organization and a competitive compensation package which includes salary, family health benefits and company pension plan, boot and tool allowance.

We are now offering a personal finance training program through Enriched Academy for all our employees (https://www.enrichedacademy.com/).

Please apply today!